Young woman before Naas District Court after being quoted €4,500 for car insurance

A 22 -year -old woman who returned to her native county from Australia was quoted €4,500 for her car insurance.

The  woman  appeared before Naas District Court for not having car insurance on November 25, 2016.

She said in court: "I had been abroad for a few years. They would not quote me."

Defence Solicitor, Timmy Kennelly said:" She has changed her car, she was driving a Volvo her friend gave her, now she drives a Micra, she pays €981 for her insurance."

Judge Desmond Zaidan said that the accused should have contacted the Ombudsman.

He said:"It is morally wrong."

Judge Zaidan imposed the Probation Act.