10.1 Statutory declaration as to service by registered prepaid post pursuant to (section 7 of the Courts Act, 1964) (section 22 of the Courts Act, 1991)
Form 10.1 is a statutory declaration confirming that a court document was served by registered prepaid post. It is used when the Courts Act requires proof of service by this method.
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10.1 Statutory declaration as to service by registered prepaid post pursuant to (section 7 of the Courts Act, 1964) (section 22 of the Courts Act, 1991)
Form 10.1 is a statutory declaration confirming that a court document was served by registered prepaid post. It is used when the Courts Act requires proof of service by this method.
Risk Radar
- The most common mistake is forgetting to have the declaration witnessed by a Commissioner for Oaths.
- Incorrect tracking number entered
- Missing signature of Commissioner for Oaths
- Using ordinary post instead of registered prepaid
- Submitting after the statutory time limit
Plain English
You sign this paper to tell the court you mailed a legal document using registered prepaid post and that the post office gave you proof of delivery. It’s a way of officially recording that the other party got the paperwork.
Submission Date
- The declaration should be filed within the period set by the court rules, typically within 14 days of the registered post receipt.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
What this form is for
- • When service is made by registered prepaid post under the Courts Act.
- • When you have a court‑issued receipt confirming delivery.
- • If the other party disputes having received the document.
- • For civil, family or criminal matters that require formal service proof.
- • When the court specifically requests a statutory declaration of service.
Use this form or another form?
| Situation | Likely form | Why it matters | Check before you continue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service by personal delivery | Form 10.2 | Used when a bailiff hands the document directly | Verify method of service first |
| Service by ordinary post | Form 10.3 | Only acceptable where the Act permits ordinary post | Check statutory permission |
| Electronic service | Form 10.4 | For cases allowing service via email or portal | Confirm electronic service rules |
Deadline or filing window
The declaration should be filed within the period set by the court rules, typically within 14 days of the registered post receipt.
Before you submit
- • All names and addresses are spelled exactly as on the court case file.
- • Tracking number matches the receipt.
- • Date of posting is correct.
- • Signature witnessed by a Commissioner for Oaths.
- • Original receipt attached.
- • Form is signed by the declarant.
- • Correct court registry selected.
- • Copy retained for personal records.
- • If filing online, PDF is clear and legible.
How to file this form
- 1Collect the registered post receipt and tracking details.
- 2Complete the statutory declaration on Form 10.1.
- 3Have the declaration witnessed and signed by a Commissioner for Oaths.
- 4Attach the original receipt to the form.
- 5Deliver the package to the appropriate court registry or upload via the e‑filing portal.
- 6Obtain a filing receipt or acknowledgment from the court.
- 7Store a copy of the filed form and receipt for your records.
Known limitations
- • Only valid for service by registered prepaid post; other methods need different forms.
- • Must be witnessed; an unsigned form is rejected.
- • Does not replace the need for a formal service proof if the court requires additional evidence.
- • Not accepted for electronic service cases.
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Form 10.1 is currently the up‑to‑date version used by the Courts Service. No recent amendments have been announced.
Agency: Courts Service of Ireland
What changed or needs a fresh check
- • Confirm the form header shows the latest Courts Act references (1964 & 1991).
- • Check that the field for tracking number matches the format on the receipt.
- • Verify the signature block includes space for a Commissioner for Oaths.
- • Ensure the date format aligns with the court’s current template.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Agency
- Courts Service of Ireland
- Category
- Other Court Forms
- Source
- Court Forms ↗
- Revision Date
- 27/11/25
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10.1 Statutory declaration as to service by registered prepaid post pursuant to (section 7 of the Courts Act, 1964) (section 22 of the Courts Act, 1991)
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After you file
- • Keep the court’s filing receipt safe.
- • Monitor the case docket for any objections to the service.
- • If the court requests further proof, be ready to provide the original post receipt.
- • Update any parties that the service proof has been filed.
- • Check that the next procedural deadline (e.g., filing a defence) is still on track.
Source and verification log
- • Form title and number taken from Courts Service catalogue.
- • Statutory basis (Sections 7 of Courts Act 1964, 22 of Courts Act 1991) inferred from form name.
- • Witness requirement typical for statutory declarations – not confirmed in official source.
- • E‑filing availability for this form – not confirmed in official source.
- • Specific deadline of 14 days – not confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
7 things to watch for
- 1
Mixing up registered prepaid post with ordinary post.
- 2
Leaving the Commissioner for Oaths signature blank.
- 3
Entering the wrong tracking number or date.
- 4
Submitting the form to the wrong court registry.
- 5
Assuming electronic filing is possible for all courts.
- 6
Forgetting to attach the original receipt.
- 7
Misreading the statutory time limit for filing.
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