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27.6 Warrant Of Distress (To Enforce An Order To Estreat)

The Warrant of Distress (Form 27.6) is a court order that authorizes seizure of property to enforce an estreatment order. It is used when a person has failed to comply with a court order and needs to be compelled through property seizure.

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Form Overview

27.6 Warrant Of Distress (To Enforce An Order To Estreat)

The form captures details about the original court order, the amount owed, property to be seized, and authorization for enforcement officials to carry out the distress.

Risk Radar

Always verify the debtor's current address and assets before applying for the warrant.
Incorrect property valuation leading to insufficient recovery
Seizing exempt property that cannot legally be taken
Missing deadlines for enforcement actions
Incomplete documentation causing delays

Plain English

This form lets the court send officials to take someone's belongings if they haven't followed a court order. The warrant gives legal permission to seize property to satisfy what's owed or required by the court.

Submission Date

There is typically a 12-month time limit from the date of the original order to apply for a warrant of distress. Check your specific order for any time limitations that may apply.
Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

warrant satisfy amount

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What this form is for

• Use when you need to enforce an estreatment order
• Use when other enforcement methods have failed
• Use when you have specific knowledge of the debtor's assets
• Use when you need court authorization to seize property
• Use when you need to compel compliance with a court order

Use this form or another form?

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Business debt recovery	Winding Up Petition	Different process for corporate debts	Confirm if the debtor is a company
Family maintenance arrears	Enforcement Order for Maintenance	Different process for family court orders	Check if this relates to family support

Deadline or filing window

There is typically a 12-month time limit from the date of the original order to apply for a warrant of distress. Check your specific order for any time limitations that may apply.

Before you submit

• Verify all details of the original order
• Confirm the debtor's current address
• List specific property to be seized
• Calculate correct amount owed
• Attach supporting documentation
• Check for time limits
• Ensure proper court jurisdiction
• Verify form is the latest version
• Complete all required signatures

How to file this form

1Obtain a copy of the original order to estreat
2Complete all sections of Form 27.6 with accurate information
3Attach supporting documents including the original order
4Submit to the court where the original order was made
5Pay any required fees
6Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records
7Wait for court processing and authorization

Known limitations

• Cannot be used to enforce family court maintenance orders
• Limited to property within the court's jurisdiction
• Cannot be used against certain exempt assets
• Requires proper notice to the debtor in most cases
• May not be available for certain types of debts

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Current Form Status

This form is current as of the latest Courts Service update. Always check the Courts Service website for the most recent version before use.

Agency: Courts Service of Ireland

What changed or needs a fresh check

• Updated formatting for digital submission
• Revised guidance on exempt property
• Added clarification on valuation requirements
• Updated contact information for court offices
• Modified sections for online filing options

Quick Facts

This form is typically filed by a court official, solicitor, or judgment creditor seeking to enforce a court order against someone who has failed to comply.

The form captures details about the original court order, the amount owed, property to be seized, and authorization for enforcement officials to carry out the distress.

This form should be submitted after obtaining an order to estreat and when other enforcement methods have failed or are impractical.

The form should be submitted to the relevant court office where the original order was made, either in person or by post. Online submission may be available through the Courts Service portal.

Submitting correctly ensures the enforcement process is legally valid and can prevent delays or challenges that might require starting the process over.

Complete all sections with accurate information about the original order and the property to be seized. Attach any supporting documents and submit to the appropriate court office. Keep a copy for your records.