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Form 38.11 Order To Inspect And Take Copies Of Entries In Books - Bankers Books Evidence Act, 1979 Section 7A
This form, 38.11, is used when you need the court to officially order someone to look at and copy entries from certain books. It relates specifically to Section 7A of the Bankers Books Evidence Act, 1979.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 38.11 Order To Inspect And Take Copies Of Entries In Books - Bankers Books Evidence Act, 1979 Section 7A
This form, 38.11, is used when you need the court to officially order someone to look at and copy entries from certain books. It relates specifically to Section 7A of the Bankers Books Evidence Act, 1979.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to specify the exact book or ledger you want copied; vague requests cause delays.
- 2Not identifying the correct legal section (7A) of the Act.
- 3Failing to name the specific financial institution holding the records.
- 4Using outdated version of Form 38.11.
- 5Omitting details about the required date range for the entries.
Plain English
Essentially, this document tells a bank or another record keeper that a judge needs them to show their books. You use it when you need proof of transactions recorded in those official ledgers. It makes the evidence legally admissible in court.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no universal deadline listed on the form itself. Submit it as soon as possible before the hearing date when inspection is required.
- 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 you need a court order to force someone (like a bank) to show their records.
- Use this form specifically when dealing with entries in books covered by the Bankers Books Evidence Act, 1979.
- It is for requesting copies of entries, not just general information about the business or account.
- This applies when you need evidence from a book that isn't readily available through standard CRO or Revenue Online Service searches.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
General Inquiry (No specific Act reference)
You just want general information, not official inspection/copying under 7A.
✓ Check the purpose box on the form.
CRO Filing (e.g., change of address)
The issue is company registration details, not bank book entries.
✓ Confirm if the evidence needed relates to a registered entity's books.
Revenue Online Service Query
You are dealing directly with Revenue regarding tax records.
✓ Ensure the required entry falls under Bankers Books scope first.
Judgment/Order Execution
The court has already decided, and this form is for enforcement of that decision.
✓ Check if you need to *request* the order or *execute* an existing one.
Deadline or filing window
There is no universal deadline listed on the form itself. Submit it as soon as possible before the hearing date when inspection is required.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure the full name and address of the applicant (you) is correctly filled out.
- 2Clearly identify who holds the books you want inspected/copied (the party being ordered).
- 3Specify exactly *which* book(s) need to be inspected (e.g., 'Current Account Ledger Book').
- 4Define precisely what entries you require copies of (e.g., 'All transactions between Jan 1 and March 31, 2024').
- 5Confirm the court/jurisdiction where this order needs to be issued.
- 6Sign and date the form in the designated area.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 38.11 thoroughly.
- 2Attach supporting documentation explaining *why* you need the court to step in (e.g., a letter detailing the dispute).
- 3Submit the completed form and attachments to the relevant Courts Service office or via their online portal.
- 4Pay any required filing fee, ensuring you note the payment reference on the form.
- 5Keep a copy of the fully submitted form for your records.
Known limitations
- 1The form itself does not guarantee the court will grant the order; it only requests it.
- 2It is not confirmed in official source if this form can be used simultaneously with other specific ancillary forms without conflict.
- 3The scope of 'Books' must relate to a financial/banking record covered by the 1979 Act.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: The required filing fee amount might vary based on the specific Circuit or District Court.
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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This is the standard Courts Service of Ireland form for requesting inspection and copies from books under Section 7A. Its validity remains current unless a specific revision date is noted on the document itself.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date stamp on the top right corner.
- Verify the specific reference number '38.11' is present.
- Confirm the full title matches: 'Order To Inspect And Take Copies Of Entries In Books - Bankers Books Evidence Act, 1979 Section 7A'.
- Check if there are any new mandatory fields added since your last use.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 20/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Body: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 38.11
- SRCGoverning Legislation: Bankers Books Evidence Act, 1979
- SRCSpecific Section Referenced: Section 7A
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: The exact date this specific iteration was last updated.
Common confusion points
Mistaking this form for a simple letter request; this form *demands* a court order.
Failing to specify the exact date range or transaction type needed from the book.
Using it when the books are held by an individual, not necessarily a formal bank/financial institution (though some exceptions apply).
Not clearly stating in the form *why* you need the order—the court needs justification.
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