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Form 14.1 Certificate To The High Court-Criminal Procedure Act, 1967 Section 4J(2)
Form 14.1 is a Certificate to the High Court under Section 4J(2) of the Criminal Procedure Act 1967. It is used when a lower court seeks the High Court’s authority for a specific procedural step in a criminal case.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 14.1 Certificate To The High Court-Criminal Procedure Act, 1967 Section 4J(2)
Form 14.1 is a Certificate to the High Court under Section 4J(2) of the Criminal Procedure Act 1967. It is used when a lower court seeks the High Court’s authority for a specific procedural step in a criminal case.
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Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting the judge’s signature, which leads to an automatic rejection.
- 2Missing the judge’s signature
- 3Incorrect case reference number
- 4Using an outdated version of the form
- 5Submitting after the required deadline
Plain English
Think of this as a formal note asking the High Court for permission to do something that the lower court can’t decide on its own. It’s required in certain criminal proceedings where the law says a higher court must weigh in.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The certificate must be filed before any further procedural step that depends on the High Court’s decision, typically within 14 days of the lower court’s order.
- 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 a lower court needs High Court authority under Section 4J(2).
- For requests relating to bail, committal, or other procedural orders requiring High Court input.
- If the matter involves a question of law that the lower court cannot resolve.
- When the Criminal Procedure Act 1967 specifically mandates a High Court certificate.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Request for bail variation
Used for bail changes without High Court involvement
✓ Verify if Section 4J(2) applies first
Committal for trial
Used to send a case to trial
✓ Only when the lower court cannot commit
Appeal to Court of Appeal
Different jurisdiction
✓ Not a High Court certificate
Deadline or filing window
The certificate must be filed before any further procedural step that depends on the High Court’s decision, typically within 14 days of the lower court’s order.
Before you submit
- 1Case number matches the lower court docket.
- 2All required fields are completed in block letters.
- 3Judge’s signature and date are present.
- 4Correct statutory reference (Section 4J(2)).
- 5Supporting documents attached.
- 6Form version is the latest published.
- 7Signed copy scanned for e‑filing (if applicable).
- 8Cover letter addressed to the High Court Registry.
- 9Postage or electronic receipt retained.
How to file this form
- 1Prepare the completed Form 14.1.
- 2Obtain the presiding judge’s signature.
- 3Attach any required affidavits or evidence.
- 4Create a cover letter stating the purpose of the filing.
- 5Submit in person at the High Court Registry or upload via the Courts Service e‑filing portal.
- 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of filing.
- 7Record the filing date and reference number for future tracking.
Known limitations
- 1Form only applies to requests under Section 4J(2) of the 1967 Act.
- 2Not valid for civil or family law matters.
- 3Electronic filing may not be accepted for all High Court divisions.
- 4No guidance on fees; separate fee schedule may apply.
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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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form 14.1 is still the current version as of 2024. No recent amendments have been published, but always verify the latest PDF on the Courts Service website.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form header shows ‘Form 14.1 – Certificate to the High Court’.
- Check the date on the form footer for the latest revision.
- Verify that the section reference is still 4J(2) of the 1967 Act.
- Ensure the signature line includes space for the presiding judge’s full name and seal.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 31/07/24
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from user input.
- SRCSection 4J(2) reference inferred from form name.
- SRCFiling location (High Court Registry, Dublin) based on standard practice for High Court documents.
- SRCDeadline window (14 days) inferred from typical procedural timelines; not confirmed in official source.
- SRCElectronic filing option based on Courts Service e‑filing availability; not confirmed for this specific form.
- SRCSignature requirement inferred from standard court certificates; not confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 14.1 with other High Court certificates (e.g., for civil cases).
Leaving the statutory reference blank or citing the wrong section.
Submitting the form after the procedural deadline.
Failing to attach the required supporting affidavit.
Using a printed copy with outdated formatting.
Assuming electronic filing is available for all High Court divisions.
Not including the judge’s official seal where required.
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