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Form 57.5 Notice Of Application To Vary A Garnishee Order - Enforcement Of Court Orders Act 1940, Section 8(2)
This is Form 57.5, issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It is used when you need to change or alter an existing Garnishee Order under Section 8(2) of the Enforcement Of Court Orders Act 1940. You use this form to formally request these variations from the court.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 57.5 Notice Of Application To Vary A Garnishee Order - Enforcement Of Court Orders Act 1940, Section 8(2)
This is Form 57.5, issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It is used when you need to change or alter an existing Garnishee Order under Section 8(2) of the Enforcement Of Court Orders Act 1940. You use this form to formally request these variations from the court.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Ensure you correctly cite the original Garnishee Order number on Form 57.5.
- 2Not referencing the correct Case Number or Court File.
- 3Failing to clearly state *how* the order should vary (e.g., change amount, change frequency).
- 4Using outdated details about the original Garnishee Order parties.
- 5Submitting without a clear reason/justification for the variation request.
Plain English
Simply put, if a court has ordered someone (the garnishee) to pay money to another person, and you need to change how that payment works, you use this form. It tells the courts exactly what the new arrangement should be regarding the debt recovery.
Submission Date
- Filing date: While no universal deadline applies, aim to file this notice as soon as the need for variation arises. Courts prefer timely applications.
- 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 when an existing Garnishee Order needs changing or altering.
- Use it when you want to adjust how money is taken from someone's wages or bank account (the garnishee).
- This applies specifically under Section 8(2) of the Enforcement Of Court Orders Act 1940.
- Do not use this if you are starting a new Garnishee Order; that requires a different application.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Starting a brand new Garnishee Order
This form changes an existing one, the other starts it.
✓ Check the title of your existing order.
Application for Garnishee Order (likely)
Cancelling an entire Garnishee Order
If you want the whole order gone, use a cancellation notice instead of just varying it.
✓ See if 'Vary' or 'Cancel' fits your need best.
Notice/Application to Cancel (likely)
Changing who the money goes to
If you are only changing the recipient bank account, this might be more direct than a full variation application.
✓ Confirm if the change is minor or major.
Application to Vary (or specific variation form)
Enforcement of other Court Orders (e.g., Judgments)
The exact required form depends on what order is being enforced, but 57.5 covers Section 8(2).
✓ Check the original court document for guidance.
Deadline or filing window
While no universal deadline applies, aim to file this notice as soon as the need for variation arises. Courts prefer timely applications.
Before you submit
- 1Fill in all required fields completely; leave nothing blank unless explicitly allowed.
- 2Use clear, legible handwriting if printing and signing manually.
- 3Attach copies of the original Garnishee Order being varied.
- 4Include proof of identity for the person making the application (if required).
- 5Ensure the details of the debtor/judgment debtor are 100% correct.
- 6Sign and date the form where indicated.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 57.5 accurately.
- 2Gather supporting documentation related to the Garnishee Order.
- 3Submit the completed form to the relevant Court office (Courts Service).
- 4Pay any required court filing fee, if specified on the form or by the clerk.
- 5Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only addresses variations under Section 8(2) of the specified Act.
- 2It does not cover all types of Garnishee Orders; context matters.
- 3The required court office for filing is not confirmed in official source (check local listings).
- 4Not confirmed in official source regarding specific fee amounts.
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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 57.5 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It remains the standard document for formally applying to change a Garnishee Order under Section 8(2) of the Enforcement Of Court Orders Act 1940.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the current date listed on the form matches today's date.
- Verify that the Act cited is indeed 'Enforcement Of Court Orders Act 1940'.
- Check if any specific section references (other than 8(2)) have been added or removed.
- Ensure the Courts Service of Ireland logo/details are current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCAgency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 57.5
- SRCAct Referenced: Enforcement Of Court Orders Act 1940
- SRCSpecific Section: Section 8(2) - Not confirmed in official source regarding exact wording/scope.
Common confusion points
Mistaking this form for one that *starts* the order, rather than changing it.
Not clearly stating *how* you want the order varied (e.g., change amount, change recipient).
Filing it in the wrong court office jurisdictionally.
Forgetting to attach the original Garnishee Order document.
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