The Judicial system is being called on to do its part in the fight against rural crime.
A man whose family home near the Tipp Limerick border was invaded by armed raiders says judges need to acknowledge how serious burglary is.
Gerry Garvey is looking for longer sentences for repeat offenders after his house was broken into by a gang who had over 100 previous convictions between them.
Tipp TD Jackie Cahill says tougher sentencing is needed for rural crime.
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