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Form 26.4 Certificate As To Non-Execution Of Warrant
Form 26.4 – Certificate as to Non‑Execution of Warrant is a statement used in court proceedings to confirm that a previously issued warrant has not been executed. It is filed when a party wants the court to record that the warrant remains unserved.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 26.4 Certificate As To Non-Execution Of Warrant
Form 26.4 – Certificate as to Non‑Execution of Warrant is a statement used in court proceedings to confirm that a previously issued warrant has not been executed. It is filed when a party wants the court to record that the warrant remains unserved.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is entering an incorrect warrant reference, which can invalidate the certificate.
- 2Using the wrong warrant number
- 3Signing without confirming the warrant truly remains unexecuted
- 4Sending the form to the wrong court registry
- 5Failing to attach supporting evidence
Plain English
If a warrant was issued against you or your business but nobody has acted on it, you can fill out this certificate to tell the court it’s still dormant. It’s a simple way to get an official record that the warrant hasn’t been used.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no fixed statutory deadline, but file the certificate before any enforcement action is taken – usually within 14 days of learning the warrant remains unexecuted.
- 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 issued but no seizure, arrest or execution has occurred.
- To obtain a formal court record that the warrant remains dormant.
- If you need to challenge enforcement because the warrant was never acted on.
- When the court requests a certificate before proceeding with further steps.
- Instead of filing a full motion or appeal, if only a non‑execution statement is needed.
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Use this form or another form?
Warrant already executed
Required to confirm execution details
✓ Verify execution before filing
Form 26.5 – Certificate of Execution
Request to vary the warrant
Used to change terms, not just certify non‑execution
✓ Confirm need for variation
Form 26.6 – Application to Vary Warrant
Dispute the existence of a warrant
For cases where the warrant may be erroneous
✓ Gather proof of non‑existence
Form 26.7 – Warrant Dispute Statement
Deadline or filing window
There is no fixed statutory deadline, but file the certificate before any enforcement action is taken – usually within 14 days of learning the warrant remains unexecuted.
Before you submit
- 1Warrant number and issue date copied correctly
- 2Your full name and address entered
- 3Declaration box ticked
- 4Signature and date added
- 5Witness signature (if required) obtained
- 6Supporting evidence attached
- 7Correct court registry address used
- 8Form scanned clearly for e‑Filing
- 9Cover letter referencing case number included
- 10Copy retained for your records
How to file this form
- 1Gather the original warrant and any correspondence showing no execution.
- 2Download Form 26.4 from the Courts Service website or collect a hard copy from the court registry.
- 3Fill in all required fields in black ink or via the PDF editor.
- 4Attach supporting documents.
- 5Submit by post to the appropriate district court registry or upload via the e‑Filing portal.
- 6Obtain a receipt or postal proof of delivery.
- 7Follow up with the court clerk to confirm receipt.
Known limitations
- 1Form only records non‑execution; it does not stop future enforcement.
- 2Not valid for warrants issued by tribunals or specialised courts.
- 3Electronic submission may not be accepted in all jurisdictions.
- 4No provision for translating the form into Irish; English only.
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Compact field-by-field guide
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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check that the court name and address match the issuing court on the original warrant.
- Confirm the form header includes the correct case number format.
- Verify the declaration wording matches the latest version.
- Ensure the signature line includes space for a witness if required by the specific court.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 21/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from Courts Service catalogue.
- SRCPurpose inferred from form name (Certificate as to Non‑Execution of Warrant).
- SRCFiling locations based on typical Courts Service procedures.
- SRCDeadline guidance derived from general practice of filing before enforcement.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact wording of declaration statement.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: whether a witness signature is mandatory.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 26.4 with Form 26.5 (Certificate of Execution).
Leaving the warrant reference blank or entering the wrong number.
Assuming the certificate automatically cancels the warrant.
Submitting to the wrong district court registry.
Failing to sign the declaration or missing the date.
Not attaching evidence that the warrant has not been acted upon.
Using a printed copy with missing pages.
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