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29.13 Provisional Warrant Of Arrest - Extradition Act, 1965 Section 49 (1)

This form is a Provisional Warrant of Arrest issued under Section 49(1) of the Extradition Act, 1965. It is used when a person needs to be arrested pending extradition proceedings in Ireland.

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29.13 Provisional Warrant Of Arrest - Extradition Act, 1965 Section 49 (1)

This form is a Provisional Warrant of Arrest issued under Section 49(1) of the Extradition Act, 1965. It is used when a person needs to be arrested pending extradition proceedings in Ireland.

The form captures details about the person to be arrested, the extradition request, and the legal basis for the provisional arrest.

Risk Radar

The most common mistake is failing to properly verify the identity of the subject before requesting arrest.
Incorrect personal details of the subject
Missing or incomplete extradition request information
Failure to attach required supporting documents
Submitting to the wrong court

Plain English

This legal document allows authorities to arrest someone who is wanted for extradition to another country. It's part of the process where Ireland may hand over a person accused or convicted of a crime to another country that has requested them.

Submission Date

There is no specific deadline for submitting this form, but it should be submitted as soon as possible after receiving an extradition request to prevent the subject from fleeing.
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

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What this form is for

• Use this form when immediate arrest is needed before formal extradition proceedings
• Use this form when a valid extradition request has been received
• Use this form when the person is believed to be in Ireland
• Do not use this form for routine arrests unrelated to extradition
• Use this form only for cases covered by the Extradition Act, 1965

Use this form or another form?

Situation	Likely form	Why it matters	Check before you continue
Routine arrest warrant	Standard arrest warrant form	Different legal basis and procedures	Check if this is an extradition case or regular criminal matter
European Arrest Warrant	EAW specific form	Different procedures and requirements	Verify if the request comes from EU member state
Search warrant	Form 29.12 or similar	Different legal purpose and scope	Confirm whether arrest or search is the primary objective
Bail application	Form 29.14 or similar	Different procedure and timing	Check if arrest has already occurred or is being contested

Deadline or filing window

There is no specific deadline for submitting this form, but it should be submitted as soon as possible after receiving an extradition request to prevent the subject from fleeing.

Before you submit

• Complete all personal details of the subject
• Include correct details of the requesting country
• Attach the full extradition request
• Verify the legal basis under Extradition Act
• Ensure proper authorization and signatures
• Check form version is current (29.13)
• Prepare supporting documentation
• Confirm court jurisdiction

How to file this form

1Receive and verify the extradition request
2Complete all sections of Form 29.13 with accurate information
3Attach supporting documents including the extradition request
4Obtain proper authorization from the relevant authority
5Submit to the appropriate District Court
6Wait for court approval
7Execute the arrest once authorized

Known limitations

• This form only authorizes provisional arrest, not final extradition
• The subject must be located in Ireland for this form to be effective
• The requesting country must have an extradition treaty with Ireland
• The form must be used within the time limits specified in the Extradition Act
• Certain serious offenses may have different procedures

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Current Form Status

This form is currently in use under the Extradition Act, 1965, though recent changes in extradition law may affect its application.

Agency: Courts Service of Ireland

What changed or needs a fresh check

• Verify the form is the current version (29.13)
• Check that all sections match current Extradition Act requirements
• Confirm that the arresting authority has proper legal standing
• Ensure all personal details fields are updated
• Check that signature requirements haven't changed

Quick Facts

This form is typically completed and submitted by Irish law enforcement officials or legal representatives involved in extradition cases.

The form captures details about the person to be arrested, the extradition request, and the legal basis for the provisional arrest.

This form should be submitted when an extradition request has been received and immediate arrest is necessary before formal extradition proceedings begin.

The form is submitted to the District Court where the arrest is to be carried out, or as directed by the Courts Service of Ireland.

Correct submission ensures proper legal authority for arrest and prevents delays in extradition proceedings that could affect the case outcome.

Complete all sections with accurate personal details of the subject, specify the extradition request details, and attach supporting documentation. Submit the completed form to the appropriate court with jurisdiction over the arrest.