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Form 29.15 Recognisance - Extradition Act, 1965 Section 7A
Form 29.15 Recognisance – Extradition Act 1965 Section 7A is a court document used to record a recognisance (a security or promise to appear) in extradition cases. It is filed when a person is released on recognisance pending extradition proceedings.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 29.15 Recognisance - Extradition Act, 1965 Section 7A
Form 29.15 Recognisance – Extradition Act 1965 Section 7A is a court document used to record a recognisance (a security or promise to appear) in extradition cases. It is filed when a person is released on recognisance pending extradition proceedings.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to attach the required security with the recognisance.
- 2Leaving the security amount blank
- 3Signing without a witness or clerk present
- 4Using the wrong form version
- 5Submitting after the release date
Plain English
If you have been let out of court while an extradition request is being considered, the court will ask you to sign a recognisance. This form records that promise and any monetary security you provide. It shows you agree to appear when required.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The recognisance must be filed and the security lodged before the court‑specified release date, typically within the same hearing day.
- 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 person is released on recognisance pending extradition.
- When a court orders a monetary security for release.
- When the recognisance is required under Section 7A of the Extradition Act 1965.
- Instead of a regular bail bond form for non‑extradition cases.
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Use this form or another form?
Release on standard bail
For non‑extradition offences
✓ Verify the charge type first
Surrender of a foreign national
Direct surrender to another state
✓ Use only after court order
Appeal against extradition
When challenging the extradition decision
✓ File within statutory time limit
Deadline or filing window
The recognisance must be filed and the security lodged before the court‑specified release date, typically within the same hearing day.
Before you submit
- 1Personal details match passport/ID
- 2Recognisance amount entered correctly
- 3All required signatures obtained
- 4Clerk’s endorsement present
- 5Security (cash, guarantee) attached
- 6Form dated on the day of release
- 7Correct court name and division printed
- 8Copy retained for personal records
How to file this form
- 1Collect required personal and security information
- 2Complete all sections of Form 29.15
- 3Have the form signed in the presence of the court clerk
- 4Attach the cash or bank guarantee as instructed
- 5Deliver the form and security to the court clerk desk or post to the court address
- 6Obtain a receipt or stamped copy as proof of filing
- 7Keep the receipt for future reference
Known limitations
- 1Only applicable to extradition cases under Section 7A
- 2Not valid for other bail or release orders
- 3Must be used in the court that issued the recognisance
- 4Electronic submission may not be accepted in all jurisdictions
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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 29.15 is the current version used by the Courts Service as of 2024. No major revisions have been announced recently.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the form header for the 2024 revision date
- Confirm the recognisance amount field matches the court order
- Verify that the signature block includes space for a clerk’s endorsement
- Ensure any attached security schedule follows the latest template
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm number and title taken from user input
- SRCIssuing agency (Courts Service of Ireland) inferred from form prefix 29
- SRCSection 7A reference derived from form name
- SRCPurpose of recognisance in extradition casesnot confirmed in official source
- SRCSubmission methods (in person, post, online portal)not confirmed in official source
- SRCDeadlines and timingnot confirmed in official source
- SRCRisk list based on typical recognisance issuesnot confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 29.15 with the standard bail bond form
Leaving the security amount blank or incorrect
Signing the form without a clerk present
Submitting the form after the release deadline
Using an outdated version of the form
Failing to attach the required security document
Incorrect court name or division on the heading
Not retaining a copy for personal records
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