According to the charges, he allegedly had a Beretta semi-automatic pistol, a .22 calibre Hatson air gun, a crossbow, and a .22 calibre Erma Werke EG712 lever action rifle.

The boy, 17, appeared before Judge Brendan Toale at the Dublin Children's Court for a trial venue ruling.

James Bates (42) is accused of unlawful possession of a semi-automatic gun

Craig McKeever of Dromard Road, Drimnagh, Dublin, appeared before Judge Susan Fay at Dublin District Court on Thursday and was denied bail.