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Form 28A.5 Notice Of Application For An Order Revoking An Order Suspending A Sentence Of Imprisonment - Criminal Justice Act 2006, Section 99(13) / 99(14)
Form 28A.5 is a notice to the Courts Service of Ireland requesting an order to revoke a previous order that suspended a sentence of imprisonment. It is used under sections 99(13) and 99(14) of the Criminal Justice Act 2006.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 28A.5 Notice Of Application For An Order Revoking An Order Suspending A Sentence Of Imprisonment - Criminal Justice Act 2006, Section 99(13) / 99(14)
Form 28A.5 is a notice to the Courts Service of Ireland requesting an order to revoke a previous order that suspended a sentence of imprisonment. It is used under sections 99(13) and 99(14) of the Criminal Justice Act 2006.
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Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to sign the form before submission.
- 2Missing the signature of the applicant
- 3Submitting to the wrong court registry
- 4Failing to attach supporting evidence
- 5Using an outdated version of the form
Plain English
If you have been given a suspended prison sentence and want the court to lift that suspension, you file this form. It tells the court why you think the suspension should be ended and asks for a formal order.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no fixed statutory deadline, but filing promptly avoids the risk of the suspension expiring or a breach being deemed final.
- 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 you want the court to end a suspension of a prison sentence.
- If you have complied with all conditions and seek to have the sentence activated.
- When a breach of suspension has occurred and you wish to apply for revocation.
- To request a court order that lifts the suspension before the original term expires.
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Breach of suspension
Used to report a breach rather than request revocation
✓ Verify if the breach triggers automatic revocation
Request to vary suspension conditions
Changes terms, not revocation
✓ Confirm you need a variation, not a revocation
Appeal against suspension order
Appeals to higher court
✓ Ensure appeal grounds are valid before filing
Deadline or filing window
There is no fixed statutory deadline, but filing promptly avoids the risk of the suspension expiring or a breach being deemed final.
Before you submit
- 1All required fields completed
- 2Applicant’s signature present
- 3Date of original suspension correctly entered
- 4Reasons for revocation clearly written
- 5Supporting documents attached
- 6Correct court registry address used
- 7Copy retained for personal records
- 8If filing online, confirmation receipt saved
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Form 28A.5 from courts.ie.
- 2Complete the form in black ink or via the online editor.
- 3Gather supporting evidence (e.g., character references, compliance certificates).
- 4Sign and date the form.
- 5Post to the appropriate court registry or upload through the Courts Service portal.
- 6Keep the acknowledgement receipt or postal proof.
Known limitations
- 1Form only accepts paper or electronic submission; no fax accepted.
- 2Does not cover appeals against the original suspension decision.
- 3Requires original signature; electronic signatures are not accepted in all courts.
- 4Only applicable to sentences suspended under the Criminal Justice Act 2006.
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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 28A.5 is currently the approved version as of 2024. No recent amendments have been published.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check that the form header shows the 2024 version date.
- Confirm the court registry address matches the issuing court.
- Verify that the sections for reasons and supporting evidence are present.
- Ensure the signature block includes space for a legal representative if used.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 21/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from user prompt.
- SRCReference to Criminal Justice Act 2006 sections 99(13) and 99(14) inferred from form name.
- SRCSubmission methods based on typical Courts Service practices (post, in‑person, portal).
- SRCSignature requirement inferred from standard Irish court forms.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact deadline or timing windows.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: availability of electronic filing for this specific form.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 28A.5 with Form 28A.4 (variation of suspension).
Unclear whether to send the form to the District Court or Circuit Court.
Whether electronic filing is available for all courts.
How much detail is needed in the reasons section.
If a legal representative can sign on behalf of the applicant.
What constitutes acceptable supporting evidence.
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