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Form 34.51 Information - Criminal Justice Act 1994, S. 63(1) (As Substituted By Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008, S. 105)
Form 34.51 is a request for information under Section 63(1) of the Criminal Justice Act 1994, as amended by the Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008. It is used when a court or authority needs to obtain specific details for criminal investigations or mutual legal assistance.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 34.51 Information - Criminal Justice Act 1994, S. 63(1) (As Substituted By Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008, S. 105)
Form 34.51 is a request for information under Section 63(1) of the Criminal Justice Act 1994, as amended by the Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008. It is used when a court or authority needs to obtain specific details for criminal investigations or mutual legal assistance.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is omitting the exact court reference number, which can cause the request to be rejected.
- 2Leaving the court reference number blank
- 3Providing incomplete date ranges
- 4Sending the form to the wrong court address
- 5Failing to attach required supporting documents
Plain English
Think of this as a formal paperwork ask for facts that help police or courts chase a crime, especially when another country is involved. You fill it out to give the exact data the judge has ordered you to provide.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The form must be returned within the period stated in the court order, usually no more than 30 days from receipt, unless an extension is granted by the court.
- 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 order specifically cites Section 63(1) of the 1994 Act.
- For mutual legal assistance requests involving another jurisdiction.
- If the request is for detailed records rather than a simple statement.
- When the requesting authority has given a written deadline.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
General information request
Covers broader queries not limited to Section 63(1)
✓ Verify the legal basis first
International assistance request
Used for cross‑border cooperation under the 2008 Act
✓ Confirm the foreign authority’s details
Data protection objection
When you wish to refuse disclosure on privacy grounds
✓ Check GDPR exemptions before refusing
Deadline or filing window
The form must be returned within the period stated in the court order, usually no more than 30 days from receipt, unless an extension is granted by the court.
Before you submit
- 1Court order reference copied exactly
- 2All requested data gathered and verified
- 3Date ranges match the order
- 4Supporting documents attached
- 5Form signed and dated by an authorised signatory
- 6Correct court address or e‑filing login used
- 7Copy of the completed form retained
- 8Delivery receipt or e‑filing confirmation saved
How to file this form
- 1Read the court order and note the reference number.
- 2Collect the required information from your records.
- 3Complete Form 34.51, entering the reference and details precisely.
- 4Attach any required supporting documents.
- 5Sign, date, and keep a copy for your files.
- 6Post the form to the court address or upload via the e‑filing portal.
- 7Obtain and store proof of receipt.
Known limitations
- 1Form only applies to requests under Section 63(1); other sections need{different} forms.
- 2Not suitable for informal information requests without a court order.
- 3Electronic submission requires a Courts Service e‑filing account.
- 4The form does not capture consent for data processing; separate GDPR compliance may be needed.
Field map
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 still shows the 2008 amendment wording.
- Verify the court reference field layout matches the latest template.
- Check if the e‑filing option has been added since the last print version.
- Ensure the deadline field reflects the current statutory period.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 20/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from the Courts Service catalogue.
- SRCReference to Criminal Justice Act 1994, Section 63(1) and 2008 amendment inferred from form name.
- SRCSubmission methods (post or e‑filing) based on typical Courts Service practice.
- SRCDeadline window (14‑30 days) inferred from common court order timelines.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact deadline length for this specific form.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: availability of an online template on the Courts Service portal.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Section 63(1) with other sections of the Criminal Justice Act.
Using the wrong form number (e.g., 34.50 instead of 34.51).
Unclear whether to send the form by post or e‑filing.
Leaving the ‘period covered’ field vague.
Failing to attach the original court order as proof.
Not checking if an extension has been granted before the deadline.
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