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Form 18.2 Bail Recognisance (On Execution Of Warrant Endorsed For Bail) - Criminal Procedure Act 1967, Section 30 Bail Act 1997, Section 5 (As Amended By Criminal Justice Act 2007, Section 8) Bail Act 1997, Section 8
Form 18.2 Bail Recognisance is a court document used when a warrant for a person’s arrest is endorsed for bail. It records the recognisance (financial guarantee) required under the Criminal Procedure Act 1967 and related bail legislation.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 18.2 Bail Recognisance (On Execution Of Warrant Endorsed For Bail) - Criminal Procedure Act 1967, Section 30 Bail Act 1997, Section 5 (As Amended By Criminal Justice Act 2007, Section 8) Bail Act 1997, Section 8
Form 18.2 Bail Recognisance is a court document used when a warrant for a person’s arrest is endorsed for bail. It records the recognisance (financial guarantee) required under the Criminal Procedure Act 1967 and related bail legislation.
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Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting the surety’s signature, which can invalidate the recognisance.
- 2Incorrect bail amount entered
- 3Missing signature of the surety
- 4Wrong court reference or case number
- 5Submitting after the accused has already been released
Plain English
If a judge decides to release someone on bail after a warrant has been issued, this form captures the amount of money or surety promised to the State. It is signed by the person being bailed, their surety, and the court clerk.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The recognisance must be filed before the accused is released on bail; otherwise the court may refuse 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
- When a warrant has been endorsed for bail and a recognisance is required.
- When the bail amount is to be paid or guaranteed by a surety.
- If the court orders a monetary recognisance as a condition of release.
- For criminal matters under the Criminal Procedure Act 1967 and Bail Act 1997.
- When the accused is not being released on own‑recognisance alone.
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Release on own‑recognisance
No surety needed
✓ Verify if the court allows own‑recognisance
Bail variation after release
Changes to amount or conditions
✓ Submit before the variation takes effect
Failure to appear
Application for forfeiture
✓ Use only after breach of bail
Deadline or filing window
The recognisance must be filed before the accused is released on bail; otherwise the court may refuse release.
Before you submit
- 1Correct court name and address entered.
- 2Accurate case number and warrant endorsement date.
- 3Bail amount matches the judge’s order.
- 4Both accused and surety signatures present.
- 5Court clerk’s signature and seal obtained.
- 6Form printed on plain A4 paper, legible and ink‑filled.
- 7Copy retained for personal records.
- 8If posting, use recorded delivery to the court registry.
- 9If emailing, attach as PDF and include case reference in the subject line.
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the latest Form 18.2 from the court or online portal.
- 2Complete all required fields in black ink.
- 3Have the accused and surety sign in the presence of a court clerk.
- 4Present the original to the court clerk for stamping.
- 5Submit the stamped original to the court registry (in person or by post).
- 6Keep a signed copy for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1Form is not accepted for electronic filing in all courts.
- 2Only one surety may be listed; additional sureties need separate recognisances.
- 3Does not cover non‑monetary bail conditions.
- 4If the bail amount exceeds €10,000, additional statutory forms may be required.
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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 18.2 is currently the approved version as of 2024. No major amendments have been announced, but check the Courts Service website for any updates before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form header shows ‘Form 18.2 – Bail Recognisance’.
- Check that the sections for bail amount and surety signature are present.
- Verify the date fields reflect the current year’s format (DD/MM/YYYY).
- Ensure the court reference field matches the latest case number style.
- Look for any new guidance notes attached to the form download page.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 21/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from user input.
- SRCLegislative references (Criminal Procedure Act 1967, Bail Act 1997, Criminal Justice Act 2007) inferred from form name.
- SRCSubmission methods (in person, post, online portal) based on typical Courts Service practicenot confirmed in official source.
- SRCSignature and surety requirements inferred from standard bail recognisance practicenot confirmed in official source.
- SRCDeadline wording derived from general bail procedurenot confirmed in official source.
- SRCRisk list and checklist items created from common sensenot confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 18.1 (own‑recognisance) with Form 18.2.
Leaving the ‘date of endorsement’ blank.
Using a photocopy instead of the original for signatures.
Submitting the form after the accused has already left custody.
Incorrectly writing the bail amount in words and figures.
Failing to get the court clerk’s seal.
Sending the form to the wrong court registry.
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