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Form 41B.13 Certificate - Maintenance Act 1994, Section 15(3)(B)
This form is a formal certificate issued under the Maintenance Act 1994, specifically relating to Section 15(3)(B). You use this document when proving certain conditions related to maintenance obligations have been met or are applicable.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 41B.13 Certificate - Maintenance Act 1994, Section 15(3)(B)
This form is a formal certificate issued under the Maintenance Act 1994, specifically relating to Section 15(3)(B). You use this document when proving certain conditions related to maintenance obligations have been met or are applicable.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to reference the specific Section 15(3)(B) requirement on the form itself.
- 2Failing to sign and date the certificate.
- 3Incorrectly referencing the Maintenance Act 1994, Section 15(3)(B).
- 4Not matching personal details with existing court files.
- 5Submitting it to the wrong court office.
Plain English
Think of this as official proof from the Courts Service that something specific about financial support (maintenance) under Irish law is true. It confirms a detail required by the Maintenance Act 1994, Section 15(3)(B).
Submission Date
- Filing date: The deadline is event-driven; submit it as soon as the condition described in the Act becomes true or when specifically requested by the court case manager.
- 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 to formally prove that conditions under Section 15(3)(B) of the Maintenance Act 1994 apply.
- If another party requires official proof regarding your maintenance obligations or entitlements.
- Use this when demonstrating a specific trigger event related to maintenance has occurred.
- It is required documentation for various court processes involving spousal or child maintenance in Ireland.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
General Maintenance Order
For proving the main order itself, not just the section-specific condition.
✓ Check if you need to prove the *existence* of the obligation.
Change in Circumstances
If your maintenance situation has recently changed and needs updating.
✓ Verify if Section 15(3)(B) is triggered by that change.
Not confirmed in official source (Likely a related form)
Maintenance Payment Record
For providing detailed proof of actual payments made over time.
✓ Use this to back up the assertion on Form 41B.13.
Deadline or filing window
The deadline is event-driven; submit it as soon as the condition described in the Act becomes true or when specifically requested by the court case manager.
Before you submit
- 1All mandatory fields on Form 41B.13 are completed.
- 2Signatures (of the relevant parties) are present and legible.
- 3The date of completion is accurately recorded.
- 4If applicable, attach supporting documentation referenced in the form.
- 5Ensure the reference number for the case or matter is included.
- 6Review the section headings to confirm Section 15(3)(B) is correctly cited.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 41B.13 accurately using black ink.
- 2Sign and date the form in the designated signature block.
- 3If submitting electronically, upload a clear scan or photo of the completed document.
- 4If submitting physically, ensure you have enough copies for the recipient court/party.
- 5File the original with the relevant Irish Court office.
- 6Keep a copy for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form itself does not grant maintenance; it only certifies that the conditions of Section 15(3)(B) are met or apply.
- 2The exact required recipient (which court/party needs it) is not confirmed in official source.
- 3It does not replace a full Maintenance Order, but supports one.
- 4Specific requirements for accompanying evidence are not detailed here.
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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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This certificate is governed by the Maintenance Act 1994 and specifically addresses Section 15(3)(B). It remains a standard document for proving maintenance compliance.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the date stamp matches your current situation.
- Check if any specific fields related to Section 15(3)(B) have new required inputs.
- Verify the issuing Courts Service of Ireland department listed is correct.
- Look for updates regarding electronic submission requirements (e.g., CRO portal integration).
- Ensure the form title explicitly mentions 'Maintenance Act 1994, Section 15(3)(B)'.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm Name: 41B.13 Certificate - Maintenance Act 1994, Section 15(3)(B)
- SRCGoverning Legislation: Maintenance Act 1994
- SRCSpecific Provision: Section 15(3)(B) (Not confirmed in official source regarding precise wording)
Common confusion points
Confusing it with proving general maintenance (use 41B.12 if unsure).
Thinking this form is only for payments, when it certifies a *condition*.
Not knowing which specific court office needs the certificate filed.
Failing to specify *why* Section 15(3)(B) applies (the factual basis).
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