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Form 32.3 Recognisance - Misuse Of Drugs Act, 1977 Section 28 (2) (A)
Form 32.3 Recognisance is a court document under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977, Section 28(2)(a). It is used when a person is required to give a recognisance (a monetary guarantee) as a condition of bail or release.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 32.3 Recognisance - Misuse Of Drugs Act, 1977 Section 28 (2) (A)
Form 32.3 Recognisance is a court document under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977, Section 28(2)(a). It is used when a person is required to give a recognisance (a monetary guarantee) as a condition of bail or release.
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Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting the surety’s signature, which invalidates the recognisance.
- 2Incorrect recognisance amount entered
- 3Missing surety signature
- 4Illegible handwriting causing processing delays
- 5Submitting after the bail hearing has closed
Plain English
If a judge asks you to promise to pay a sum of money if you break the terms of your bail, you fill out this form. It records the amount, the conditions, and who will be responsible for the payment.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The recognisance must be filed before the court lifts the bail condition, typically on the same day as the hearing or by the deadline set by the judge.
- 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 court orders a recognisance under Section 28(2)(a) of the Misuse of Drugs Act.
- If the recognisance is required as a condition of bail for a drug‑related offence.
- When a surety (individual or company) is providing the guarantee.
- If the recognisance amount is to be paid directly to the court.
- For any bail condition that includes a monetary guarantee.
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Surety not required
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✓ Confirm with judge
Corporate surety
Company as guarantor
✓ Ensure company authorisation
Deadline or filing window
The recognisance must be filed before the court lifts the bail condition, typically on the same day as the hearing or by the deadline set by the judge.
Before you submit
- 1All personal details are correct and legible.
- 2Recognisance amount matches the judge’s order.
- 3Surety’s full name, address, and signature are included.
- 4Attach a copy of the surety’s ID if required.
- 5Form is signed by the defendant (or legal representative).
- 6Date the form correctly.
- 7Use the latest version of Form 32.3.
- 8Submit to the correct court clerk’s office.
- 9Keep a signed copy for your records.
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the latest Form 32.3 from the Courts Service website or court office.
- 2Complete all sections in block capitals.
- 3Obtain the surety’s signature and any required ID copies.
- 4Have the form signed by the defendant and date it.
- 5Present the form to the court clerk for stamping and filing.
- 6Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the clerk.
- 7Store the clerk’s receipt with your bail documents.
Known limitations
- 1Form only applies to recognisance under Section 28(2)(a) of the Misuse of Drugs Act.
- 2Does not cover non‑monetary bail conditions.
- 3Electronic submission may not be accepted by all courts.
- 4Surety must be an adult with sufficient financial standing; the form does not verify this.
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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 32.3 is the current version as of 2024. No major revisions have been announced, but check the Courts Service website for any updates before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the form header for the 2024 revision date.
- Confirm the section reference still reads 28(2)(a).
- Verify the required fields for surety details match the latest template.
- Ensure any new signature block for electronic filing is present.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm number 32.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 32.3 with other recognisance forms (32.1, 32.4).
Leaving the surety’s signature blank.
Writing amounts in words and numbers that do not match.
Submitting the form after the bail hearing has concluded.
Using an outdated version of the form.
Failing to attach required ID copies for the surety.
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