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Form 37.33 Order For Community Sanction — Probation (Intensive Supervision) Order - Children Act 2001, Section 125
Form 37.33 is a court order for a Community Sanction – Probation (Intensive Supervision) under Section 125 of the Children Act 2001. It is used when a juvenile court decides a child should receive intensive supervised probation instead of custody.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 37.33 Order For Community Sanction — Probation (Intensive Supervision) Order - Children Act 2001, Section 125
Form 37.33 is a court order for a Community Sanction – Probation (Intensive Supervision) under Section 125 of the Children Act 2001. It is used when a juvenile court decides a child should receive intensive supervised probation instead of custody.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is leaving the supervision start date blank or inconsistent with the court's oral order.
- 2Incorrect child name or date of birth
- 3Wrong supervision length or start date
- 4Missing probation officer signature
- 5Failure to attach required risk assessment report
Plain English
This paper tells the court that a child must be placed under a strict probation programme with close monitoring. It records the conditions the child must follow and the supervision schedule. The form is part of the formal court order that the probation officer and the family will follow.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The order must be filed on the same day as the court's decision, or within 24 hours if the court sits overnight. Delays may invalidate the supervision schedule.
- 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
- Use when a child is sentenced to intensive supervised probation under the Children Act 2001.
- Do not use for adult probation orders – different form applies.
- Do not use for standard (non‑intensive) community service orders.
- Use instead of Form 37.31 when the court orders a formal supervision schedule.
- Select this form when the court wants to impose specific reporting conditions.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Standard community service order
Simpler supervision, no intensive monitoring
✓ Verify offence level before choosing
Adult probation order
Applies to persons 18+
✓ Use only for adult cases
Child protection order
Focuses on safety, not supervision
✓ Confirm the court's purpose
Deadline or filing window
The order must be filed on the same day as the court's decision, or within 24 hours if the court sits overnight. Delays may invalidate the supervision schedule.
Before you submit
- 1Child’s full name and DOB entered correctly
- 2Offence description matches the charge sheet
- 3Supervision start and end dates are clear
- 4All required signatures (judge, clerk, probation officer) are present
- 5Supporting risk assessment attached
- 6Form signed and dated
- 7Correct court registry selected in e‑filing
- 8Copy retained for the family file
- 9Check for any marginal notes or corrections
How to file this form
- 1Prepare the completed Form 37.33 with all required details.
- 2Log into the Courts Service e‑filing portal.
- 3Select the appropriate court registry and upload the PDF.
- 4Enter any required metadata (case number, child’s ID).
- 5Attach the probation officer’s report and risk assessment.
- 6Submit and capture the confirmation receipt.
- 7If filing in person, deliver the form to the court clerk’s desk and obtain a stamped copy.
Known limitations
- 1Form only applies to children under 18.
- 2Cannot be used for non‑intensive community sanctions.
- 3Electronic signature may not be accepted by all courts yet.
- 4Requires a separate risk assessment report; the form does not include it.
Field map
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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 that the form header shows the latest year (2024).
- Verify the section numbers match Section 125 of the Children Act 2001.
- Confirm the e‑filing format (PDF vs. online entry).
- Ensure the space for probation officer’s electronic signature is present.
- Review any updated guidance notes attached to the form.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 20/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service of Ireland catalogue.
- SRCReference to Children Act 2001, Section 125inferred from form name.
- SRCTypical filing process based on Courts Service e‑filing guidelines.
- SRCSignature requirements inferred from standard court order practices.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact electronic signature acceptance status.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: precise deadline of 24 hours.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 37.33 with Form 37.31 (standard community service).
Leaving the “Intensive Supervision” box unchecked.
Using the adult probation form for a minor.
Omitting the probation officer’s signature.
Entering dates in DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY format.
Failing to attach the required risk assessment.
Submitting via post when the court requires electronic filing.
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