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Form 32.10 Forfeiture Order - Misuse Of Drugs Act, 1977 Section 30
Form 32.10 is a Forfeiture Order under Section 30 of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977. It is used by the courts to record the seizure and forfeiture of drugs, equipment or proceeds linked to a drug offence.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 32.10 Forfeiture Order - Misuse Of Drugs Act, 1977 Section 30
Form 32.10 is a Forfeiture Order under Section 30 of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977. It is used by the courts to record the seizure and forfeiture of drugs, equipment or proceeds linked to a drug offence.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to list every seized item, which can invalidate the order.
- 2Leaving the estimated value blank or inaccurate
- 3Omitting a seized item from the inventory list
- 4Using the wrong case reference number
- 5Failing to sign or date the form
Plain English
When a court decides that drugs or related items must be taken away, this form records that decision. It tells the parties what is being taken and why, and it becomes the official record for the forfeiture.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The forfeiture order must be filed within 14 days of the judge’s oral decision, unless the court issues an extension.
- 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 forfeiture of drugs or related equipment under Section 30.
- When the court needs an official written record for disposal or sale of seized assets.
- When the state intends to retain proceeds of crime linked to drug offences.
- Not for civil recovery of unrelated assets – other forfeiture forms apply.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Seizure of cash only
Covers monetary proceeds, not physical items
✓ Verify the nature of the asset before using 32.10
Forfeiture under a different statute
Specific to other legislation such as the Criminal Assets Recovery Act
✓ Check the governing act
Appeal against a forfeiture order
Used to challenge the order, not to record it
✓ Use only after the order is issued
Deadline or filing window
The forfeiture order must be filed within 14 days of the judge’s oral decision, unless the court issues an extension.
Before you submit
- 1Case number matches the judgment.
- 2All seized items are listed with quantities.
- 3Estimated values are entered and supported by a valuation report.
- 4Form is signed and dated by the authorised officer.
- 5Supporting schedules are attached.
- 6Correct version of Form 32.10 is used.
- 7Electronic file is in PDF/A format or paper copy is legible.
- 8Cover letter includes contact details of the filing officer.
- 9Submission is sent to the appropriate district court registry.
- 10Copy retained for internal records.
How to file this form
- 1Collect the judgment and inventory of seized assets.
- 2Complete Form 32.10 with case details and item descriptions.
- 3Attach valuation reports and any ancillary documents.
- 4Obtain the required signature(s).
- 5Upload the PDF to the Courts Service e‑filing portal or post the hard copy.
- 6Receive acknowledgment of receipt from the court registry.
- 7File a copy in the case file for future reference.
Known limitations
- 1Form only covers forfeiture under Section 30 of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977.
- 2Does not accept electronic signatures from private lawyers.
- 3Valuation must be reasonable; extreme estimates may be challenged.
- 4Not suitable for forfeiture of real estate – separate form required.
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form header shows the latest year (2024 edition).
- Check that the case number field matches the current court numbering format.
- Verify that the valuation section includes the new optional field for market price references.
- Ensure the signature block reflects the updated title ‘Court Officer / Judge’.
- Review any added guidance notes on electronic submission.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number inferred from provided name.
- SRCSection 30 reference taken from Misuse of Drugs Act 1977.
- SRCFiling location based on typical Courts Service procedures.
- SRCDeadline of 14 days inferred from standard court order filing practice.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact electronic portal name.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific signature requirements.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: recent version year.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Section 30 forfeiture with Section 31 or other statutes.
Leaving the ‘estimated value’ field blank, assuming it’s optional.
Using an older paper version of the form that lacks new fields.
Submitting to the national Courts Service office instead of the local district court.
Assuming a digital signature from a solicitor satisfies the signature requirement.
Failing to attach the inventory schedule, leading to an incomplete order.
Confusing the filing deadline with the sentencing deadline.
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