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16.2 Information For The Issue Of A European Arrest Warrant-European Arrest Warrant Act 2003, Section 33

This form provides necessary information for issuing a European Arrest Warrant under Irish law. It should be used when authorities need to request the arrest and surrender of a person in another EU member state.

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Form Overview

16.2 Information For The Issue Of A European Arrest Warrant-European Arrest Warrant Act 2003, Section 33

The form captures personal details of the person sought, description of the offense, and legal basis for the arrest warrant.

Risk Radar

Using outdated form versions is the most common mistake that leads to warrant rejection.
Incorrect personal details of the person sought
Missing or incomplete offense description
Failure to comply with EU legal requirements
Outdated form version

Plain English

A European Arrest Warrant is an international legal tool used between EU countries to speed up extradition processes. This form helps Irish courts gather the specific details needed to make a valid request to another European country.

Submission Date

There is no strict deadline, but European Arrest Warrants should be issued promptly after the decision to seek extradition, as delays may affect their validity.
Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

surrender warrant request basis valid state

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What this form is for

• Use when requesting extradition within the EU
• Only for offenses punishable by at least 12 months imprisonment
• Required for all European Arrest Warrant requests under Irish law
• Not for non-EU extradition requests
• Must be used instead of older warrant forms post-2003

Use this form or another form?

Situation	Likely form	Why it matters	Check before you continue
Non-EU extradition request	Form 10.1	Different legal framework applies	Check the destination country's specific requirements
Domestic arrest warrant	Standard Irish warrant	Only applies within Ireland	Verify if international element exists
Appealing warrant rejection	Form 16.3	Different legal process	Ensure you've exhausted all options with the original warrant
Surrender proceedings	Form 16.4	For executing received warrants	Check which form matches your specific stage of process

Deadline or filing window

There is no strict deadline, but European Arrest Warrants should be issued promptly after the decision to seek extradition, as delays may affect their validity.

Before you submit

• Verify all personal details match official identification
• Confirm offense description meets minimum threshold requirements
• Check form is the most current version
• Ensure all required supporting documents are attached
• Verify legal basis aligns with Section 33 requirements
• Confirm jurisdictional requirements are met

How to file this form

1Complete all sections of the form accurately
2Gather supporting documentation
3Review for completeness and accuracy
4Submit to the appropriate court office
5Obtain receipt or confirmation of submission
6Track the warrant's progress through the system

Known limitations

• Only valid for EU member states
• Cannot be used for non-extradition purposes
• Must meet specific legal criteria to be valid
• Processing times vary between countries
• Subject to dual criminality requirements

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Current Form Status

The current version aligns with the European Arrest Warrant Act 2003, but always verify the form hasn't been updated before submission.

Agency: Courts Service of Ireland

What changed or needs a fresh check

• Confirm the form matches current EU legal standards
• Verify all sections are completed according to latest guidance
• Check for any recent amendments to the European Arrest Warrant Act
• Ensure supporting documents meet current requirements

Quick Facts

Irish law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, or court officials who need to issue a European Arrest Warrant.

The form captures personal details of the person sought, description of the offense, and legal basis for the arrest warrant.

Submit this form as soon as possible after deciding to issue a European Arrest Warrant, as delays can affect the warrant's validity.

Submit to the appropriate court office handling extradition matters, likely through the Courts Service of Ireland's central processing unit.

Correct completion ensures the warrant meets EU legal requirements, preventing rejection by the requested country and potentially delaying justice.

Complete all sections accurately, ensuring personal details match official identification. Attach any supporting documents and verify the warrant complies with EU legal standards before submission.