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29.9 Order For Delivery Into The Custody Of A Member Of A Police Force (Committal Warrant) - Extradition Act, 1965 Section 47 (1)

This is a court order (committal warrant) authorizing the delivery of a person into police custody for extradition purposes under Section 47(1) of the Extradition Act, 1965. It's used when an Irish court has determined that a person should be extradited to another country.

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29.9 Order For Delivery Into The Custody Of A Member Of A Police Force (Committal Warrant) - Extradition Act, 1965 Section 47 (1)

This form captures information about the person to be extradited, the legal basis for the extradition, and authorizes police to take that person into custody for the purpose of extradition.

Risk Radar

Using an expired or incorrect version of the form can invalidate the entire extradition warrant.
Inaccurate personal details leading to identification issues
Missing court signatures rendering the warrant invalid
Incorrect legal references causing jurisdictional problems
Failure to follow proper extradition procedures

Plain English

This form allows Irish police to take someone into custody who has been ordered to be extradited to another country. It's part of the international legal process where one country agrees to hand over someone accused or convicted of a crime to another country.

Submission Date

The form must be submitted promptly after the extradition order is made to prevent any delay in the extradition process, though there is no specific statutory deadline mentioned in the form details.
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

• When a court has ordered someone's extradition
• For transferring custody to police for extradition purposes
• When implementing a Section 47(1) order under the Extradition Act
• For international transfer of individuals facing criminal charges
• When formal custody arrangements need to be documented

Use this form or another form?

Situation	Likely form	Why it matters	Check before you continue
Standard extradition warrant	Form 29.9	Standard procedure for most extradition cases	Check if there are special circumstances requiring additional documentation
European Arrest Warrant	Different form	Used for extradition within EU countries	Verify which extradition procedure applies based on country
Appeal against extradition	Different legal process	Required if challenging the extradition decision	Ensure you're appealing within the correct timeframe

Deadline or filing window

The form must be submitted promptly after the extradition order is made to prevent any delay in the extradition process, though there is no specific statutory deadline mentioned in the form details.

Before you submit

• Verify all personal details are accurate and complete
• Ensure court signatures are present and valid
• Check that legal references are correct
• Confirm the form is the most current version
• Ensure proper formatting and completion of all required sections

How to file this form

1Obtain the official form from the court handling the extradition case
2Complete all sections with accurate information about the person to be extradited
3Have the form signed by the appropriate court official
4Submit the form to the court clerk for processing
5Ensure a copy is provided to the police authorities responsible for the extradition

Known limitations

• The form only applies to extradition proceedings under the Extradition Act, 1965
• It doesn't cover voluntary surrender or other extradition methods
• The form requires a prior court order for extradition
• It may not be used for extradition to countries without an extradition treaty with Ireland

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Current Form Status

The form is based on the Extradition Act, 1965, which may have been amended or updated since its original enactment. Always verify the current version before use.

Agency: Courts Service of Ireland

What changed or needs a fresh check

• Verify the form version matches current legislation
• Check that court addresses and contact details are up-to-date
• Ensure all legal references correspond to current Irish law
• Confirm that procedures align with current extradition treaties

Quick Facts

The form is typically completed and filed by court officials or legal representatives involved in extradition proceedings. The person named in the warrant is the subject of the extradition order.

This form captures information about the person to be extradited, the legal basis for the extradition, and authorizes police to take that person into custody for the purpose of extradition.

This form is submitted after a court has made an extradition order, typically following a successful extradition hearing where the person has been found eligible for extradition.

The form is filed with the Irish court that issued the extradition order, though specific submission procedures depend on the court's internal processes.

Submitting this form correctly ensures the legal process for extradition is properly followed, preventing delays or legal challenges to the extradition. Errors could result in the person being released or the extradition being delayed.

Obtain the form from the court handling the extradition case. Complete all sections with accurate personal and case details. File the form with the court clerk who will then issue the warrant to police authorities.