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Form 41B.14 Notice That Evidence Will Be Taken - Maintenance Act 1994, Section 19(3)
This form notifies the court that evidence will be presented regarding a maintenance claim under the Maintenance Act 1994. It specifically relates to Section 19(3) of that Act. You use this when you need to formally tell the court about the proof supporting your case.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 41B.14 Notice That Evidence Will Be Taken - Maintenance Act 1994, Section 19(3)
This form notifies the court that evidence will be presented regarding a maintenance claim under the Maintenance Act 1994. It specifically relates to Section 19(3) of that Act. You use this when you need to formally tell the court about the proof supporting your case.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to cite Section 19(3) of the Maintenance Act 1994 on the form.
- 2Failing to cite Section 19(3) correctly
- 3Missing the case reference number
- 4Not signing and dating the document
- 5Submitting too late before the hearing
Plain English
Think of this as telling the judge, 'Here is the evidence!' before a hearing regarding maintenance payments. This form locks in what proof you are bringing forward under the 1994 Maintenance Act rules. It helps keep everyone on the same page during court proceedings.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The timing is dictated by court schedules, but generally, it must be filed well in advance of the hearing date. Always check the specific court calendar for deadlines.
- 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 this when you need to formally tell the court evidence will be presented about a maintenance claim.
- Select this if your case falls under the provisions of Section 19(3) of the Maintenance Act 1994.
- Do not use this form if you are only filing an initial application without detailing the evidence yet.
- Use it when the court requires formal notification that proof exists for a maintenance order.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Initial Application
Use this if you are starting the claim and haven't detailed evidence yet.
✓ Check the main filing requirements first.
Evidence Summary Only
If you only need to provide a brief summary of proof, check for this option.
✓ Ensure your details match Form 41B.14.
(Not confirmed in official source)
Summons/Order Application
Use this if the evidence is tied directly to an existing court order or summons.
✓ Confirm which stage of the proceedings you are in.
Deadline or filing window
The timing is dictated by court schedules, but generally, it must be filed well in advance of the hearing date. Always check the specific court calendar for deadlines.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all parties involved (claimant/respondent) are correctly named on Form 41B.14.
- 2Verify the Court details match the jurisdiction where the hearing is set.
- 3Confirm the specific maintenance claim amount or period being argued.
- 4Attach copies of the evidence you are notifying the court about.
- 5Sign and date the form according to the required fields.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 41B.14 clearly and legibly.
- 2Gather supporting documents that prove your case (e.g., income statements, bank records).
- 3Sign and date the notice where indicated on the form.
- 4File the completed form with the relevant Courts Service office or via the designated online portal.
- 5Keep a copy of the filed form for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only notifies; it does not present the evidence itself. The proof must accompany it.
- 2It is specific to maintenance claims under Section 19(3) and may not cover all types of family law disputes.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: There might be variations depending on the specific Circuit or District Court.
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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 is the official notice for maintenance claims under the Maintenance Act 1994. It specifically relates to Section 19(3) of that Act.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check for any updates regarding the Maintenance Act 1994 references.
- Verify the specific wording used for Section 19(3).
- Confirm if there have been changes to required supporting documents attached.
- Look to see if a new version number has superseded this one.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 41B.14
- SRCAct Referenced: Maintenance Act 1994
- SRCSpecific Section: Section 19(3)
Common confusion points
Mistaking this for a full affidavit; this is just the *notice* that evidence exists.
Not knowing which specific section (19(3)) applies to your maintenance claim.
Failing to attach the actual supporting documents when filing the notice.
Assuming the court knows what you are proving without clearly stating it on Form 41B.14.
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