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Form 57.6 Warrant Of Arrest - Family Law Act 1976, S. 9A(5) (Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2011, S31) / Civil Partnership And Certain Rights And Obligations Of Cohabitants Act 2010, S52A (Children And Family Relationships Act 2015, Section 146)
This form is a Warrant of Arrest issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It relates specifically to matters under the Family Law Act 1976 and several subsequent Acts concerning family relationships in Ireland. You use this when an arrest is required regarding family law proceedings.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 57.6 Warrant Of Arrest - Family Law Act 1976, S. 9A(5) (Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2011, S31) / Civil Partnership And Certain Rights And Obligations Of Cohabitants Act 2010, S52A (Children And Family Relationships Act 2015, Section 146)
This form is a Warrant of Arrest issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It relates specifically to matters under the Family Law Act 1976 and several subsequent Acts concerning family relationships in Ireland. You use this when an arrest is required regarding family law proceedings.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that you have referenced the correct specific Section (S.) from the applicable Act.
- 2Incorrectly citing the specific section number from the relevant Act.
- 3Omitting details about the person who needs arresting.
- 4Failing to specify which piece of legislation grants the power (e.g., Family Law Act 1976).
- 5Submitting it to the wrong local court office.
Plain English
Think of this as the official paperwork that tells the Gardaí (police) someone must be arrested for a family court issue. It covers situations involving marriage, civil partnerships, or children's relationships. It formalises the order to bring someone before the court.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no single universal deadline; submission must occur when the need for arrest arises, usually following a hearing or application date. Review your court documentation to confirm the required filing window.
- 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 an arrest is needed during proceedings under the Family Law Act 1976.
- It applies if the case involves provisions from the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2011, S31.
- This form covers matters arising from the Civil Partnership and Certain Rights and Obligations of Cohabitants Act 2010, S52A.
- Use it when enforcing orders under the Children and Family Relationships Act 2015, Section 146.
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Use this form or another form?
General Family Dispute
If the issue isn't strictly tied to one of the listed Acts
✓ Check if your case is Civil Partnership related.
Form 57.6 (but without specific citations)
Child Custody Enforcement
When an arrest is needed for a child-related order under the 2015 Act
✓ Verify Section 146 applicability.
Cohabitant Rights Breach
If the breach relates to rights under the 2010 Act
✓ Confirm the specific right being enforced.
Deadline or filing window
There is no single universal deadline; submission must occur when the need for arrest arises, usually following a hearing or application date. Review your court documentation to confirm the required filing window.
Before you submit
- 1The name and address of the person to be arrested must be clearly stated.
- 2The specific legal provision justifying the arrest (e.g., 'Family Law Act 1976, S. 9A(5)') must be filled out accurately.
- 3The issuing court/judge details must match your case file.
- 4Ensure the warrant is signed by an authorized official of the Courts Service.
- 5All required fields marked with an asterisk (*) are completed.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 57.6 clearly and legibly.
- 2Have the form reviewed by a solicitor or party representative for accuracy.
- 3Sign the document where indicated on the warrant.
- 4Submit the signed form to the relevant court office.
- 5Keep a copy for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form does not specify *why* the arrest is necessary, only that it *is* warranted under these Acts. The reason must be detailed elsewhere.
- 2If the case involves tax matters (like Revenue Online Service issues), another specific warrant might be required alongside this one.
- 3It is for arrest; it is not a notice of hearing or judgment 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 a specific Warrant of Arrest form issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It covers arrests related to various key Irish family law statutes.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check if any amendments have been made to the specific sections cited (e.g., changes to S. 9A(5)).
- Confirm the current date of issuance or last revision on the form itself.
- Verify if the procedural rules governing family law hearings have changed since your last use.
- Ensure all listed Acts are still active and relevant in the latest legislation.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland.
- SRCRelates to: Family Law Act 1976, S. 9A(5).
- SRCCovers Provisions from: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2011, S31.
- SRCAlso covers: Civil Partnership and Certain Rights and Obligations of Cohabitants Act 2010, S52A.
- SRCAnother specific link is to: Children and Family Relationships Act 2015, Section 146.
Common confusion points
Confusing it with a Summons: A summons asks someone to appear; this form orders their physical detention/arrest.
Not knowing which Act applies: The list is long, so pinpointing the exact legislation causing the issue is vital.
Filling out generic details instead of specific ones (e.g., writing 'Family Law' instead of citing the 1976 Act).
Assuming it covers all family disputes when only one specific statutory basis is required.
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