Smith sent forward for trial at Special Criminal Court

The 38-year-old former member of the Defence Forces is accused of financing terrorism and being a member of ISIS.

The Dublin District Court heard today that Ms Smith is to challenge the order to try her before the non-jury court. The Director of Public Prosecutions has certified the ordinary courts were inadequate to secure the administration of justice. Defence Solicitor Peter Corrigan told the judge today that the evidence points to Ms Smith "never being part of any illegal groups" and that "it was solely for religious purposes".Judge Marie Quirke told him she noted his position and made the return for trial order having noted documents had been served on the accused.

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