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31.3 Information - Criminal Justice Act 1984, Section 10(1) (As Amended By The Criminal Justice (Amendment) Act 2009, Section 24)

The 31.3 Information form is used for disclosure of information under the Criminal Justice Act 1984, Section 10(1) as amended. It should be used when there's a need to share information for the prevention of crime or administration of justice.

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Form Overview

31.3 Information - Criminal Justice Act 1984, Section 10(1) (As Amended By The Criminal Justice (Amendment) Act 2009, Section 24)

The form captures details about the information being disclosed, the circumstances surrounding it, and the person making the disclosure.

Risk Radar

The most common mistake is not providing enough specific details about the information being disclosed.
Providing incomplete or inaccurate information
Missing required supporting documentation
Submitting to the wrong court or authority
Not following proper procedures for sensitive information

Plain English

This form helps people share important information with authorities when they believe it might help prevent crime or assist with justice matters. It's part of how the Irish legal system works to keep communities safe.

Submission Date

There is no specific deadline for submitting this form, but it should be submitted as soon as possible after becoming aware of relevant information to ensure timely action.
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

• Use when disclosing information under Section 10(1) of the Criminal Justice Act
• Appropriate for crime prevention disclosures
• For information that may assist in the administration of justice
• When you need to formally share information with authorities
• Not for general complaints or non-criminal matters

Use this form or another form?

Situation	Likely form	Why it matters	Check before you continue
Reporting a crime in progress	Garda station attendance	Immediate action required, different procedure	Contact emergency services first
Witness statement	Form 12B	Different legal purpose and format	Use Form 12B for court testimony
Appealing a court decision	Form 104	Different legal process entirely	Consult a solicitor for appeals
Making a civil complaint	County or District Court forms	Different legal category	Use appropriate civil procedure forms
Reporting suspected child abuse	Child and Family Agency procedures	Special handling requirements	Follow specific child protection protocols

Deadline or filing window

There is no specific deadline for submitting this form, but it should be submitted as soon as possible after becoming aware of relevant information to ensure timely action.

Before you submit

• Form is completely filled in with all required sections
• All dates, times, and locations are clearly stated
• Sign and date the form
• Include any relevant supporting documentation
• Keep a copy for your records
• Check if submission requires witness signature

How to file this form

1Obtain the correct version of Form 31.3 from the Courts Service
2Complete all sections with accurate information
3Gather any supporting documentation
4Submit to the appropriate Courts Service office
5Obtain a receipt or confirmation of submission
6Follow up if you don't receive acknowledgment within reasonable time

Known limitations

• This form is specifically for information disclosure under Section 10(1)
• Not suitable for making direct criminal accusations
• Does not replace emergency reporting procedures for ongoing crimes
• May not be appropriate for highly sensitive national security matters

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Current Form Status

This form reflects amendments made by the Criminal Justice (Amendment) Act 2009, Section 24. Always check for the most recent version on the Courts Service website.

Agency: Courts Service of Ireland

What changed or needs a fresh check

• Verify the form includes reference to Criminal Justice (Amendment) Act 2009
• Check that Section 10(1) references are current
• Confirm any recent updates to disclosure procedures
• Ensure contact information for Courts Service is up to date

Quick Facts

Individuals or organizations who have information that might assist in preventing crime or administering justice may need to submit this form.

The form captures details about the information being disclosed, the circumstances surrounding it, and the person making the disclosure.

Submit this form as soon as you have relevant information that needs to be disclosed for crime prevention or justice administration purposes.

Submit this form to the Courts Service of Ireland, either in person at a court office, by post, or through their online portal if available.

Providing accurate and complete information ensures proper processing of your disclosure and helps authorities take appropriate action.

Fill in all sections of the form with clear, factual information. Include relevant dates, times, and locations. Sign and date the form before submitting. Keep a copy for your records.