31.10 Information - Criminal Procedure Act 2010, Section 16 / Section 17

What this form is for

• • When a judge specifically cites Section 16 or 17 of the Criminal Procedure Act 2010.
• • When you need to supply factual information, not a formal defence or plea.
• • When the court orders you to provide documents or a written statement.
• • Instead of using a generic affidavit if the notice references this form.
• • When you are a legal practitioner filing on behalf of a client.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

The form must be filed within the period ordered by the judge, usually 14 days from the notice, unless an extension is granted.

Before you submit

• • Read the court notice line‑by‑line.
• • Gather all documents the notice asks for.
• • Complete every field on Form 31.10.
• • Attach supporting documents in the order requested.
• • Sign and date the declaration.
• • Make a photocopy for your records.
• • Choose the correct delivery method (post, in‑person, e‑file).
• • Use recorded delivery if posting.
• • Confirm receipt with the court registry.

How to file this form

1. 1Obtain Form 31.10 from the Courts Service website or registry.
2. 2Fill in the form using clear, legible handwriting or typed text.
3. 3Attach all required documents and label them as annexes.
4. 4Sign and date the declaration section.
5. 5Submit to the appropriate court registry by the deadline.

Known limitations

• • Form is only valid for cases governed by the Criminal Procedure Act 2010.
• • Electronic filing is not accepted by every court.
• • The form does not replace a formal defence or plea.
• • Only one copy is required unless the court asks for extra copies.