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Form 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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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 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
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to have the declaration witnessed by a Commissioner for Oaths.
- 2Incorrect tracking number entered
- 3Missing signature of Commissioner for Oaths
- 4Using ordinary post instead of registered prepaid
- 5Submitting 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
- Filing 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.
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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.
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Service by personal delivery
Used when a bailiff hands the document directly
✓ Verify method of service first
Service by ordinary post
Only acceptable where the Act permits ordinary post
✓ Check statutory permission
Electronic service
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
- 1All names and addresses are spelled exactly as on the court case file.
- 2Tracking number matches the receipt.
- 3Date of posting is correct.
- 4Signature witnessed by a Commissioner for Oaths.
- 5Original receipt attached.
- 6Form is signed by the declarant.
- 7Correct court registry selected.
- 8Copy retained for personal records.
- 9If 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
- 1Only valid for service by registered prepaid post; other methods need different forms.
- 2Must be witnessed; an unsigned form is rejected.
- 3Does not replace the need for a formal service proof if the court requires additional evidence.
- 4Not accepted for electronic service cases.
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Proceedings
3 items
The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.
The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.
The court and the office where the document is being filed.
Substance
2 items
What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.
The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.
Execution
1 items
Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.
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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
- Revision date
- 27/11/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from Courts Service catalogue.
- SRCStatutory basis (Sections 7 of Courts Act 1964, 22 of Courts Act 1991) inferred from form name.
- SRCWitness requirement typical for statutory declarationsnot confirmed in official source.
- SRCE‑filing availability for this formnot confirmed in official source.
- SRCSpecific deadline of 14 daysnot confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up registered prepaid post with ordinary post.
Leaving the Commissioner for Oaths signature blank.
Entering the wrong tracking number or date.
Submitting the form to the wrong court registry.
Assuming electronic filing is possible for all courts.
Forgetting to attach the original receipt.
Misreading the statutory time limit for filing.
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