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Form 31B.2 Order Authorising Seizure And Detention Of Goods - Copyright And Related Rights Act, 2000, Section 132(1)
Form 31B.2 is an Order Authorising Seizure and Detention of Goods under the Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000, Section 132(1). It is used by the Courts Service when a judge orders the seizure of infringing copyrighted material.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 31B.2 Order Authorising Seizure And Detention Of Goods - Copyright And Related Rights Act, 2000, Section 132(1)
Form 31B.2 is an Order Authorising Seizure and Detention of Goods under the Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000, Section 132(1). It is used by the Courts Service when a judge orders the seizure of infringing copyrighted material.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to attach the court’s written order.
- 2Incorrect description of goods
- 3Wrong court reference number
- 4Missing judge’s signature
- 5Failure to attach the judgment copy
Plain English
If a court decides that copyrighted items need to be taken away to stop illegal use, this form records that order. It tells the enforcement officer what can be seized and for how long.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The order must be filed before any seizure takes place and within the time limit set by the judge, usually within 14 days of the judgment.
- 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
- When a judge orders seizure under Section 132(1) of the Copyright Act.
- For physical goods such as pirated DVDs, software, or printed material.
- When the seizure is to be carried out by a bailiff or enforcement officer.
- If you need a written record for the parties involved.
- Not for electronic takedown notices – those use different procedures.
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Use this form or another form?
Infringement notice only
No court order needed
✓ Verify if a court order is actually required
Seizure of assets in bankruptcy
Different statutory basis
✓ Use bankruptcy forms instead
Electronic copyright infringement
No physical goods
✓ Follow the online DMCA‑style process
Deadline or filing window
The order must be filed before any seizure takes place and within the time limit set by the judge, usually within 14 days of the judgment.
Before you submit
- 1Judge’s written order is attached.
- 2All goods are described accurately.
- 3Correct court registry address is used.
- 4Officer’s name, rank and signature are included.
- 5Date of seizure and detention period are entered.
- 6Form is signed and dated by the authorised officer.
- 7A copy is retained for internal records.
- 8Postage or delivery receipt is kept if mailed.
- 9Check that the form version matches the court’s latest template.
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the signed court judgment.
- 2Complete the goods description and seizure details.
- 3Sign and date the form as the authorised officer.
- 4Attach the judgment copy.
- 5Deliver the form to the appropriate court registry (in person or by post).
- 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment from the clerk.
- 7File a duplicate copy in your own case file.
Known limitations
- 1Only applies to physical goods, not digital copies.
- 2Limited to cases under Section 132(1) of the Copyright Act.
- 3Cannot be used for seizures ordered by other statutes.
- 4Detention period cannot exceed what the judge specifies.
- 5Form does not substitute for a bailiff’s warrant where required.
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the court reference number matches the judgment.
- Confirm the form header shows the latest year (2023‑2024).
- Verify the officer’s signature field is present.
- Ensure space for attachment of the judgment is provided.
- Look for any updated wording on the detention period.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service cataloguenot confirmed in official source
- SRCSection 132(1) reference from Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000not confirmed in official source
- SRCTypical filing process (in‑person/post)not confirmed in official source
- SRCCommon risks based on general court order practicenot confirmed in official source
- SRCDeadline window (14 days) inferred from typical court practicenot confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 31B.2 with Form 31B.1 (notice only).
Leaving the detention period blank.
Using the wrong court’s address.
Failing to attach the judge’s written order.
Describing goods too vaguely (e.g., “software” instead of specific titles).
Assuming electronic copies can be seized with this form.
Not signing the form as the authorised officer.
Submitting after the seizure has already occurred.
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