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Form 31.1B Notice Of Appeal Against A Determination - Criminal Justice (Forensic Evidence And DNA Database System) Act 2014, Section 83(9)
Form 31.1B is a Notice of Appeal against a determination made under the Criminal Justice (Forensic Evidence and DNA Database System) Act 2014, specifically section 83(9). Use it when you want to challenge a decision about forensic evidence or DNA database matters made by a court or authority.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 31.1B Notice Of Appeal Against A Determination - Criminal Justice (Forensic Evidence And DNA Database System) Act 2014, Section 83(9)
Form 31.1B is a Notice of Appeal against a determination made under the Criminal Justice (Forensic Evidence and DNA Database System) Act 2014, specifically section 83(9). Use it when you want to challenge a decision about forensic evidence or DNA database matters made by a court or authority.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is missing the strict filing deadline.
- 2Missing the 28‑day filing deadline
- 3Leaving the case reference number blank or incorrect
- 4Failing to sign or date the form
- 5Not attaching required supporting evidence
Plain English
If a court or the forensic DNA service has decided something that affects you – for example, inclusion in the DNA database or a forensic test result – and you disagree, this form lets you formally appeal that decision. It’s the first step to ask a higher court to review the original ruling.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The notice must be filed within 28 days of receiving the determination notice, unless the court has granted an extension in writing.
- 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
- Use when appealing a forensic evidence or DNA database determination under section 83(9).
- Do not use for general criminal convictions – those require a different appeal form.
- If you are appealing a decision about DNA sample retention, this is the correct form.
- When the determination relates to a forensic test order, use Form 31.1B rather than a standard criminal appeal form.
- If you need to appeal a decision made by the Forensic Science Laboratory, this form applies.
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Use this form or another form?
Appealing a criminal conviction
Different legal basis – conviction vs forensic determination
✓ Verify the nature of the original decision
Requesting a review of a DNA sample removal
Specific to sample removal requests
✓ Confirm you are seeking removal, not appealing inclusion
Challenging a forensic expert report
Focuses on expert testimony, not the determination itself
✓ Ensure the report is the subject of the appeal
Deadline or filing window
The notice must be filed within 28 days of receiving the determination notice, unless the court has granted an extension in writing.
Before you submit
- 1Downloaded the latest Form 31.1B from courts.ie.
- 2Entered the correct case reference number.
- 3Listed all grounds of appeal clearly.
- 4Attached all supporting documents (e.g., expert reports, medical evidence).
- 5Signed and dated the form.
- 6Made a copy for your records.
- 7Chosen the correct submission method (post or e‑filing).
- 8Used recorded delivery or confirmed upload receipt.
- 9Checked the filing deadline has not passed.
How to file this form
- 1Download the form from the Courts Service website.
- 2Complete personal details and case reference.
- 3Write each ground of appeal and attach evidence.
- 4Sign, date, and keep a copy.
- 5Send the original by recorded post to the Central Appeals Office or upload via the e‑filing portal.
- 6Obtain a filing receipt or postal proof.
- 7Monitor for acknowledgment from the court.
Known limitations
- 1Form does not accept electronic signatures unless using the e‑filing portal.
- 2Only accepts PDF uploads up to 5 MB per document.
- 3Cannot be used for appeals against sentencing decisions.
- 4No provision for multilingual translations – must be completed in English.
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Compact field-by-field guide
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 31.1B is currently the up‑to‑date version (as of 2024) and has not been superseded. Check the Courts Service website for any recent amendments before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form header shows '31.1B – Notice of Appeal'.
- Check that the deadline wording reflects the current 28‑day rule.
- Verify the address for the Central Appeals Office matches the latest Courts Service listing.
- Ensure the e‑filing portal link points to the current Courts Service system.
- Look for any new optional fields for electronic signatures.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service catalogue.
- SRCSection 83(9) reference inferred from Act title.
- SRC28‑day deadline typical for appealsnot confirmed in official source.
- SRCSubmission methods (post, e‑filing) based on standard Courts Service practice.
- SRCSignature requirements inferred from similar appeal forms.
- SRCDocument size limits guessed from general e‑filing rulesnot confirmed.
- SRCNo official note on recent amendmentsassumed unchanged since 2024.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 31.1B with the general criminal appeal form (Form 31.1).
Assuming the 28‑day deadline can be ignored if you miss it.
Leaving the case reference blank, causing the appeal to be mis‑routed.
Submitting supporting evidence after the filing deadline without court permission.
Sending the form to a local district court instead of the Central Appeals Office.
Using a scanned handwritten signature that the e‑filing system rejects.
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