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Form 31B.12 Order For / Return Of Copies, Articles Or Devices / Damages - Copyright And Related Rights Act 2000, / Section 133(10) / Section 133(12)
Form 31B.12 is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to apply for an order to return copies, articles or devices, or to claim damages under the Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000 (sections 133(10) and 133(12)). It is used in court proceedings involving copyright infringement.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 31B.12 Order For / Return Of Copies, Articles Or Devices / Damages - Copyright And Related Rights Act 2000, / Section 133(10) / Section 133(12)
Form 31B.12 is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to apply for an order to return copies, articles or devices, or to claim damages under the Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000 (sections 133(10) and 133(12)). It is used in court proceedings involving copyright infringement.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is not attaching clear proof of the copies or devices you want returned.
- 2Leaving key details of the copyrighted work blank
- 3Mis‑stating the amount of damages claimed
- 4Failing to attach supporting evidence
- 5Submitting to the wrong court registry
Plain English
If someone has taken your copyrighted material and you need the court to order it back or pay you damages, you fill out this form. It tells the court what you want returned and why you deserve compensation.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File the form before the court‑set hearing date or within any statutory limitation period (usually three years from the infringement).
- 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 you need a court order to return infringing copies or devices.
- Use when you are claiming monetary damages under sections 133(10) or 133(12).
- Do not use for general copyright disputes that do not involve return or damages.
- If you only need an injunction, a different form (e.g., Form 31A) may be required.
- For enforcement of a judgment, use the appropriate enforcement form.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Seeking an injunction only
Different remedy (prevent further infringement)
✓ Verify you do not also need return/damages
Enforcing a judgment
Enforcement of existing order
✓ Ensure judgment is final
Applying for a statutory declaration
Non‑court declaration
✓ Only if court order not required
Deadline or filing window
File the form before the court‑set hearing date or within any statutory limitation period (usually three years from the infringement).
Before you submit
- 1All claimant contact details are correct.
- 2Description of the copyrighted work is precise.
- 3Exact number and type of copies/devices listed.
- 4Damages amount is calculated and justified.
- 5All supporting documents attached.
- 6Form signed and dated by the claimant or authorised representative.
- 7Correct filing fee included or payment confirmation attached.
- 8Form submitted to the right court registry.
- 9Copy retained for your records.
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Form 31B.12 from courts.ie.
- 2Complete the form in black ink or via the e‑filing portal.
- 3Attach all required evidence and a fee receipt.
- 4Sign and date the form.
- 5Submit in person, by post, or through e‑filing.
- 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgement from the court.
- 7Keep a copy for your records.
Known limitations
- 1Form only applies to copyright matters under the 2000 Act.
- 2Not suitable for trademark or design right disputes.
- 3Does not cover requests for injunctions alone.
- 4May not be accepted for cases already resolved by settlement.
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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 31B.12 is the current version as of 2024. No major revisions have been announced, but check the Courts Service site for any updates before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check that the form header shows the 2024 version date.
- Confirm the fee schedule on the Courts Service fee list.
- Verify that sections 133(10) and 133(12) are still the correct legal references.
- Ensure the e‑filing option is available for your court district.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service catalogue.
- SRCReference to Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000 sections 133(10) and 133(12) inferred from form name.
- SRCFiling locations based on typical Courts Service procedures.
- SRCFee and e‑filing availability not confirmed in official source.
- SRCExact deadline rules not confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up sections 133(10) and 133(12) with other copyright provisions.
Submitting the form to the wrong court level (District vs Circuit).
Leaving the damages field blank or using an arbitrary figure.
Failing to include a clear description of the infringing copies.
Assuming e‑filing is available for all courts.
Not attaching a proof of service to the opposing party.
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