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Form 26.1 Form Of Endorsement On A Warrant Of Arrest As To Release On Bail - Bail Act 1997, Section 8(1) (As Amended By Criminal Justice Act 2007, Section 14
This form is an endorsement attached to a Warrant of Arrest. It relates specifically to release on bail under the Bail Act 1997 (as amended by the Criminal Justice Act 2007, Section 14). Use this when someone arrested needs their warrant officially endorsed confirming they have been released on bail.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 26.1 Form Of Endorsement On A Warrant Of Arrest As To Release On Bail - Bail Act 1997, Section 8(1) (As Amended By Criminal Justice Act 2007, Section 14
This form is an endorsement attached to a Warrant of Arrest. It relates specifically to release on bail under the Bail Act 1997 (as amended by the Criminal Justice Act 2007, Section 14). Use this when someone arrested needs their warrant officially endorsed confirming they have been released on bail.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to reference both the Bail Act 1997 AND the Criminal Justice Act 2007 in your details.
- 2Failing to reference Section 8(1) of the Bail Act 1997
- 3Incorrectly stating the date/time of release
- 4Omitting required signatures from judicial personnel
- 5Not detailing the specific bail conditions (e.g., surety amount)
Plain English
Think of this as a formal stamp or note added to an arrest warrant. It confirms that despite being formally charged and arrested, the person is allowed to be released from custody while awaiting trial under specific Irish laws. This document makes the release official in court records.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The endorsement should be completed as soon as the bail decision is finalized by the court. There is no general deadline, but it must happen promptly after the arrest event.
- 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 when a person is arrested and a Warrant of Arrest exists.
- This specific form confirms that the arrestee has been released on bail.
- It applies under the provisions of Section 8(1) of the Bail Act 1997.
- Do not use this if the release method was not specifically 'on bail' (e.g., granted a direction to appear).
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Use this form or another form?
Arrested but released by Court Order
If the release isn't explicitly tied to Section 8(1) of the Bail Act
✓ Check if the bail conditions are detailed.
Release without a formal warrant endorsement
If the arrest was minor and no official warrant needed updating
✓ Confirm the initial warrant number is cited.
General Release Form (Courts Service)
Bail granted under different legislation
If the case falls outside the Bail Act 1997 scope
✓ Verify the specific section of law applies.
Deadline or filing window
The endorsement should be completed as soon as the bail decision is finalized by the court. There is no general deadline, but it must happen promptly after the arrest event.
Before you submit
- 1The Warrant of Arrest must be clearly attached or referenced on Form 26.1.
- 2All relevant parties (e.g., arresting officer, judge/magistrate) must sign where required.
- 3Ensure the date of endorsement is current and accurate.
- 4Double-check that the bail conditions granted are fully listed on the form.
- 5Verify the name and details of the arrested person match official records.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 26.1 thoroughly.
- 2Attach this endorsed form directly to the original Warrant of Arrest.
- 3Have the necessary judicial officer sign and date the endorsement.
- 4Return the fully executed document to the relevant Garda Station or Courts Service office.
- 5Keep a copy for your own case file.
Known limitations
- 1This form only records the *endorsement* of release, not the initial arrest itself.
- 2It does not detail the reasons for the original arrest (though this should be on the warrant).
- 3The specific bail conditions must be written out; do not assume they are implied.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: It doesn't specify if a digital filing portal is mandatory.
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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->This form remains the standard document for recording bail endorsements under the Bail Act 1997. It reflects amendments made by the Criminal Justice Act 2007, Section 14.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the exact reference to 'Section 8(1)'.
- Check for any updates referencing the Criminal Justice Act 2007, Section 14.
- Verify if there are new fields added since the last revision (not confirmed in official source).
- Ensure the Courts Service of Ireland branding is current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 21/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 26.1
- SRCGoverning Act: Bail Act 1997
- SRCAmendment Reference: Criminal Justice Act 2007, Section 14
- SRCPurpose: Endorsement on Warrant of Arrest regarding Release on Bail.
Common confusion points
Confusing it with a 'Bail Application Form' (which requests bail) versus this 'Endorsement Form' (which confirms granted bail).
Not knowing whether to endorse an existing warrant or issue a new one.
Forgetting to detail the specific conditions of release, leading to ambiguity.
Thinking that signing it once is enough; ensure all relevant parties sign.
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