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Form 34.56 Information - Criminal Procedure Act 2010, Section 18(2)
Form 34.56 is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to provide information required under Section 18(2) of the Criminal Procedure Act 2010. It is typically filed during criminal proceedings when the court orders a party to supply specific details.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 34.56 Information - Criminal Procedure Act 2010, Section 18(2)
Form 34.56 is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to provide information required under Section 18(2) of the Criminal Procedure Act 2010. It is typically filed during criminal proceedings when the court orders a party to supply specific details.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is submitting the form after the deadline set by the judge.
- 2Missing the court‑set deadline
- 3Leaving required fields blank
- 4Providing incomplete or inaccurate information
- 5Failing to attach supporting documents
Plain English
If a judge asks you for particular facts or evidence in a criminal case, you use this form to write them down. It helps the court keep a clear record of what you have been told to disclose.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File the form by the date stated in the court order, typically within 14 days, unless a further extension is granted 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 the judge specifically cites Section 18(2) of the Criminal Procedure Act 2010.
- When you need to disclose facts, documents or explanations to the court.
- When the order requires a written response rather than oral testimony.
- If you have already provided the information informally, the form still records it formally.
- Use this form instead of a generic “information” form for criminal matters.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
General information request
Used for civil cases or non‑Section 18 orders
✓ Verify the court order type first
Witness statement
For sworn testimony rather than simple information
✓ Choose only if you are giving a statement under oath
Disclosure of documents
When the court orders full document production
✓ Not a substitute for the Section 18(2) information form
Deadline or filing window
File the form by the date stated in the court order, typically within 14 days, unless a further extension is granted by the judge.
Before you submit
- 1Read the court order line‑by‑line.
- 2Enter the correct case number and court name.
- 3Provide all requested details in full.
- 4Attach any referenced documents.
- 5Sign and date the form.
- 6Make a photocopy for your records.
- 7Choose the correct submission method (in‑person, post, e‑file).
- 8Confirm receipt with the court registry if possible.
How to file this form
- 1Gather the court order and any supporting material.
- 2Complete Form 34.56 on paper or PDF.
- 3Attach required documents.
- 4Sign and date the form.
- 5Deliver to the appropriate court registry (in person, post, or e‑file).
- 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of filing.
Known limitations
- 1Form is only for criminal cases under CPA 2010 Section 18(2).
- 2Does not replace a formal witness statement when one is required.
- 3Electronic submission may not be available for all courts.
- 4No built‑in validation for case number format.
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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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form 34.56 is the current version as of 2024. No major revisions have been announced, but always verify the latest version on the Courts Service website.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form number matches 34.56 on the latest Courts Service download page.
- Check that the case reference fields reflect the new format introduced in 2023.
- Verify any updated deadline wording in the instruction box.
- Ensure the e‑filing QR code (if present) is current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 20/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm number and title taken from user prompt.
- SRCIssuing agency (Courts Service of Ireland) inferred from prompt.
- SRCSection 18(2) of Criminal Procedure Act 2010 relevancenot confirmed in official source.
- SRCTypical deadline of 14 daysnot confirmed in official source.
- SRCE‑filing availabilitynot confirmed in official source.
- SRCRecent version statusnot confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 34.56 with the general information form (34.55).
Assuming the deadline is the same as other court forms.
Leaving the ‘date of information’ field blank.
Submitting the form to the wrong district court.
Not attaching the documents the order specifically mentions.
Using an outdated PDF version downloaded before 2023.
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