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17.18 Warrant To Extend Detention Of Re-Arrested Person - Criminal Justice Act 2007, Section 50

This form is used to extend the detention period of a person who has been re-arrested under the provisions of Section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act 2007. It should be used when authorities need to legally justify continued detention beyond the initial period for a person previously arrested.

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17.18 Warrant To Extend Detention Of Re-Arrested Person - Criminal Justice Act 2007, Section 50

The form captures information about the person being detained, the reasons for re-arrest, and justifications for extending their detention period under specific legal provisions.

Risk Radar

Ensure all sections are fully completed with specific justification for the extension.
Incomplete form sections leading to rejection
Insufficient justification for extended detention
Incorrect personal details of the detained person
Missing supporting evidence or documentation

Plain English

This form helps authorities get permission to keep someone in custody after they've been arrested again. It's a legal document that explains why the person needs to stay detained for longer than usual, ensuring the process follows Irish law.

Submission Date

Not confirmed in official source, but typically detention extension warrants need to be submitted promptly after re-arrest to prevent automatic release.
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

• Use this form specifically for extending detention of re-arrested persons
• Only use for cases covered by Section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act 2007
• Not for initial detention warrants
• Not for persons arrested for the first time
• Use when standard detention period needs extension

Use this form or another form?

Situation	Likely form	Why it matters	Check before you continue
Initial arrest warrant	Form 17.1	Different procedure for first-time arrest	Check arrest status before proceeding
Standard detention extension	Form 17.17	Different process for regular extensions	Confirm if person was re-arrested
Bail application	Form 17.19	Different process for seeking release	Check if bail is appropriate instead
Search warrant	Form 17.2	Different legal purpose entirely	Confirm you need detention extension, not search

Deadline or filing window

Not confirmed in official source, but typically detention extension warrants need to be submitted promptly after re-arrest to prevent automatic release.

Before you submit

• Verify all personal details of the detained person
• Confirm the person has been re-arrested (not initial arrest)
• Ensure proper legal citations are included
• Attach all supporting evidence
• Check that all required sections are completed
• Verify the extension period requested is legally permissible
• Confirm proper authorization for submission

How to file this form

1Obtain the correct form version from Courts Service
2Complete all sections with accurate information
3Attach supporting documentation
4Get proper authorization if required
5Submit to the correct court or authority
6Keep a copy for records
7Follow up to confirm receipt

Known limitations

• Only applies to re-arrested persons under Section 50
• Cannot be used for initial detention
• Requires specific legal justification
• May not apply to all types of offenses
• Time limits may apply to submission

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Current Form Status

Not confirmed in official source, but this form appears to be actively used under the current Criminal Justice Act 2007 provisions.

Agency: Courts Service of Ireland

What changed or needs a fresh check

• Verify current version number on the form
• Check for any updates to Section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act 2007
• Confirm if recent changes affect detention periods
• Ensure all legal references are current
• Check if submission procedures have changed

Quick Facts

This form would typically be completed by law enforcement officers or legal representatives seeking to extend detention for a re-arrested person.

The form captures information about the person being detained, the reasons for re-arrest, and justifications for extending their detention period under specific legal provisions.

This form should be submitted when a person has been re-arrested and authorities need to extend their detention beyond the standard period allowed under Irish law.

Not confirmed in official source, but likely submitted through the Courts Service of Ireland or directly to the relevant court handling the case.

Submitting this form correctly is essential to ensure legal compliance and prevent the release of potentially dangerous individuals or disruption of ongoing investigations.

Complete all sections with accurate information about the person and circumstances. Provide clear justification for extending detention based on legal grounds. Submit to the appropriate court or authority as specified in the form instructions.