38.10 Notice Of Application For An Order To Inspect And Take Copies Of Entries In Books - Bankers Books Evidence Act, 1979 Section 7A

What this form is for

• • You need a court order to view bank records or similar official books.
• • The required entries are specifically covered by Section 7A of the Bankers Books Evidence Act, 1979.
• • Use this form when you cannot simply request copies from the institution directly.
• • It is for asking the Court (via the Courts Service) to grant permission first.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There is no universal deadline listed here. Submit this as soon as you know you need the court order to prevent case delays.

Before you submit

• • Have you clearly identified who needs to inspect and copy the books?
• • Is the specific bank or institution holding the records named correctly?
• • Are the exact dates/timeframe of entries required specified?
• • Does the form state *why* this order is necessary (the grounds for application)?
• • Have you completed all signature blocks as required by the Courts Service?
• • Is the court or judicial district where the application should be heard noted?

How to file this form

1. 1Complete Form 38.10 fully, ensuring all sections are addressed.
2. 2Sign and date the form in the designated area(s).
3. 3Attach any supporting documentation (e.g., correspondence with the bank) to the application.
4. 4Submit the completed package to the relevant Courts Service office or via their online portal.
5. 5Keep a copy of the submitted Form 38.10 for your own records.

Known limitations

• • This form only applies specifically to evidence under Section 7A of the Bankers Books Evidence Act, 1979.
• • The Courts Service does not guarantee the order will be granted; it only processes the application.
• • Not confirmed in official source: Specific requirements for supporting documentation are not detailed on the form itself.