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Form 54.28 - Application for a stay on the operation of an order under section 11(2) (b) of the Guardianship of Infants Act 1964 section 5, 5a, 7 of the Family Law (Maintenance of Spouses and Children) Act 1976 section 45, 47 of the CPCROC Act 2010
This form is an application to the Courts Service of Ireland asking for a 'stay' on a specific court order. A stay means temporarily pausing or stopping that order from being enforced. This form relates to various Acts covering guardianship, maintenance, and family law.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 54.28 - Application for a stay on the operation of an order under section 11(2) (b) of the Guardianship of Infants Act 1964 section 5, 5a, 7 of the Family Law (Maintenance of Spouses and Children) Act 1976 section 45, 47 of the CPCROC Act 2010
This form is an application to the Courts Service of Ireland asking for a 'stay' on a specific court order. A stay means temporarily pausing or stopping that order from being enforced. This form relates to various Acts covering guardianship, maintenance, and family law.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to cite *all* relevant sections of the Acts in your application!
- 2Failing to specify which Act's section the order falls under (e.g., is it 1964 or 1976?).
- 3Not clearly stating *why* the stay is needed, just that it should happen.
- 4Using the wrong court registry for submission.
- 5Missing details of the original Order number.
Plain English
If a judge has made an order about custody or financial support (like child maintenance), but you need time for something else to happen before it takes effect, you use this form. You are asking the court to hit the pause button on that existing decision. This applies across several key pieces of Irish legislation.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The timing depends entirely on when the original court order was made. Submit it as soon as you know the existing order requires a pause.
- 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
- You need this form if you want to temporarily stop an existing court order from being enforced.
- The order relates specifically to issues covered by the Guardianship of Infants Act 1964 (Sections 5, 5a, or 7).
- It is used when the order affects maintenance under the Family Law (Maintenance of Spouses and Children) Act 1976 (Sections 45 or 47).
- The application must address an order falling under the CPCROC Act 2010.
- Use this form when you are asking for a 'stay'—a pause—on that specific legal ruling.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Application for Divorce Order
If the order is about divorce, not just maintenance/guardianship.
✓ Check if your issue is purely marital breakdown.
Not confirmed in official source (Check local court list)
General Civil Application Form
This form covers a very detailed set of legal grounds.
✓ Verify which Act section applies first.
54.28 (If specific sections are hard to pin down)
Application for Guardianship Only
If the order is strictly about who looks after children and maintenance isn't involved.
✓ Confirm if Section 45/47 matters to your case.
Deadline or filing window
The timing depends entirely on when the original court order was made. Submit it as soon as you know the existing order requires a pause.
Before you submit
- 1Complete every section, even if the answer is 'N/A'.
- 2Attach a copy of the original court order you want stayed.
- 3Clearly state *why* you need the stay (the grounds for the application).
- 4Ensure all names and dates match official documentation exactly.
- 5Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 6Include details of the party against whom the order is being made.
How to file this form
- 1Fill out Form 54.28 completely using black ink.
- 2Gather all necessary supporting documents (e.g., financial statements, previous orders).
- 3Submit the completed form and attachments to the relevant Irish court office.
- 4Pay any required filing fees at the time of submission or as directed by the court.
- 5Keep a copy of everything you submit for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This application only asks to *stay* (pause) an order; it does not automatically change the substance of the order.
- 2The form is highly specific. If your issue relates to a different Act or section, 54.28 might not be the right fit.
- 3A stay granted by this form is subject to the judge's decision and may have conditions attached.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: The required supporting documents are detailed within the form itself.
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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 Form 54.28 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It remains the standard application for pausing a specific type of court order.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date printed on Form 54.28.
- Confirm the specific sections listed in the title (e.g., is it only 11(2)(b) or others are included?).
- Verify if there have been updates to the required supporting documentation list.
- Ensure the Courts Service of Ireland logo/identifier is current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm Number: 54.28
- SRCPrimary Purpose: Application for a stay on an order.
- SRCKey Acts Covered: Guardianship of Infants Act 1964, Family Law (Maintenance...) Act 1976, CPCROC Act 2010.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Stay' with 'Appeal': A stay pauses; an appeal argues why the original decision was wrong.
Not knowing which Act applies: The form lists several Acts (Guardianship, Family Law, CPCROC). Determine which one your order falls under first.
Thinking it is automatic: Filing the form does not guarantee a stay; you must wait for the court ruling.
Mixing up Maintenance vs. Guardianship: Ensure you know if the primary issue is who raises the child (guardianship) or the financial support owed (maintenance).
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