30.4 Notice Of Application Under Section 9 / 10(1) / 11(1) - Criminal Justice (Community Service) Act, 1983

What this form is for

• • When you want a community service order instead of a fine or custodial sentence.
• • When you need to vary an existing community service order (e.g., change hours or location).
• • When you wish to have a community service order revoked because you have completed it early.
• • When the court has specifically asked for a notice under sections 9, 10(1) or 11(1).
• • Do not use this form for applying for a fine remission or bail.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

The notice must be lodged before the date set by the judge for the community service hearing, typically within 5‑7 working days of the court’s direction.

Before you submit

• • All personal details are correct and match court records.
• • Correct statutory section (9, 10(1) or 11(1)) is selected.
• • Reason for application is clearly explained.
• • Supporting documents are attached and labelled.
• • Form is signed and dated by the applicant or solicitor.
• • Handwritten entries are legible and in block letters.
• • Copy of the completed form is retained for your records.
• • Delivery method (in‑person, post, e‑filing) matches court instructions.
• • Receipt or proof of delivery is obtained.

How to file this form

1. 1Download the latest Form 30.4 from courts.ie.
2. 2Complete the form using a black pen or the online e‑filing tool.
3. 3Gather any supporting evidence (references, work records).
4. 4Sign and date the form.
5. 5Submit to the court registry by the required deadline.

Known limitations

• • Form only applies to community service orders under the 1983 Act.
• • Does not cover applications for fines, bail, or other sanctions.
• • Electronic filing may not be available in all courts.
• • No guidance on the amount of community service hours – that is at the court’s discretion.