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27.2 Notice Of Application To Estreat A Recognisance

This form is a formal notice used when applying to enforce payment of a recognisance that has been breached. It is typically used by court officials or legal representatives when someone who has given a recognisance has failed to comply with its terms.

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27.2 Notice Of Application To Estreat A Recognisance

The form captures details about the original recognisance, the specific terms that were breached, and requests the court's authority to enforce penalties or take other enforcement actions.

Risk Radar

The most common mistake is failing to submit within the strict time limits for enforcement applications after recognisance breach.
Incorrectly identifying the specific terms of the recognisance that were breached
Missing the time limit for enforcement applications
Incomplete or inaccurate information about the person who breached the recognisance
Failing to provide sufficient evidence of the breach

Plain English

This form tells the court that someone who promised to do something (or not do something) in a previous legal matter hasn't kept that promise. The form asks the court to take action to make sure that person faces consequences for not keeping their promise.

Submission Date

Applications to estreat a recognisance must generally be made within a specific time frame after the breach is discovered, typically within 12 months, though this may vary depending on the nature of the recognisance and the specific circumstances.
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 when someone has failed to appear in court as promised in a recognisance
• Use when someone has violated conditions of a bail recognisance
• Use when someone has failed to pay fines or comply with other terms of a recognisance
• Use when seeking court authority to enforce penalties for breach of recognisance
• Do not use for enforcing other types of court orders or penalties

Use this form or another form?

Situation	Likely form	Why it matters	Check before you continue
Application to revoke bail	Form 27.1	Different procedure for revoking bail rather than estreating recognisance	Confirm whether you're seeking revocation or estreatment
Enforcement of a judgment	Form 78	Used for enforcing money judgments rather than recognizances	Verify the type of court order being enforced
Application for a warrant of arrest	Form 10	Used when seeking immediate arrest rather than estreatment	Determine if arrest is necessary or if estreatment suffices
Application for a bench warrant	Form 11	Used for failure to appear in court rather than general recognizance breach	Specify exact nature of the breach

Deadline or filing window

Applications to estreat a recognisance must generally be made within a specific time frame after the breach is discovered, typically within 12 months, though this may vary depending on the nature of the recognisance and the specific circumstances.

Before you submit

• Verify all personal details of the person who breached the recognisance
• Confirm the exact terms of the original recognisance
• Document the specific breach with evidence
• Ensure the form is completed in full and signed
• Check that you're within the time limit for making the application
• Prepare copies of all supporting documents
• Confirm the correct court office for submission

How to file this form

1Obtain the correct version of Form 27.2 from the Courts Service website or court office
2Complete all sections with accurate details about the recognisance and breach
3Gather supporting evidence of the breach
4Submit the completed form to the relevant court office
5Pay any required filing fees
6Obtain a receipt or proof of submission
7Serve a copy of the notice on the person who breached the recognisance

Known limitations

• This form cannot be used to enforce types of orders other than recognizances
• The application must be made within strict time limits
• The form requires specific evidence of breach to be successful
• It may not be appropriate for all types of recognisance breaches
• Electronic submission options may be limited for this form

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Current Form Status

This form is current as of the latest Courts Service of Ireland publications, but users should verify the most recent version on the official Courts Service website before use.

Agency: Courts Service of Ireland

What changed or needs a fresh check

• Check that you're using the most recent version of Form 27.2
• Verify any recent changes to estreatment procedures
• Confirm current time limits for enforcement applications
• Check if electronic submission options have been updated
• Verify any changes in required supporting documentation

Quick Facts

This form is typically filed by court officials, legal representatives, or prosecutors when someone has failed to comply with the terms of a recognisance they entered into.

The form captures details about the original recognisance, the specific terms that were breached, and requests the court's authority to enforce penalties or take other enforcement actions.

This form should be submitted as soon as it is determined that a recognisance has been breached, as there may be time limits for enforcement actions.

The form should be submitted to the relevant court office where the original recognisance was granted, either in person, by post, or through the Courts Service online portal if available.

Submitting this form correctly and promptly is important to ensure enforcement actions can be taken without delay, which helps maintain the integrity of the court's orders and ensures compliance with legal obligations.

Complete all sections of the form with accurate details about the recognisance and the breach. Attach any supporting evidence of the breach. Submit the completed form to the appropriate court office and keep a copy for your records.

Form Details

Agency: Courts Service of Ireland
Category: Other Court Forms
Source: Court Forms ↗
Revision Date: 21/10/25

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After you file

• Keep a copy of the submitted form and all supporting documents
• Monitor for court dates or hearings related to the application
• Prepare for potential court appearances if required
• Follow up with the court if you don't receive acknowledgment within expected timeframes
• Be prepared to provide additional information if requested by the court
• Keep records of all communications with the court regarding this matter