57.7 Warrant Of Detention (Where Debtor Has Attended) - Family Law Act 1976, S. 9A (Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2011, S.31) / Civil Partnership Act 2010, S. 52A (As Inserted By Children And Family Relationships Act 2015, Section 146)

What this form is for

• • Use this form when you need a formal Warrant Of Detention issued by the Courts Service of Ireland.
• • This applies specifically under Section 9A of the Family Law Act 1976.
• • It is appropriate if the person who owes money (the debtor) has already attended the relevant hearing.
• • It covers situations related to both marriage and civil partnerships.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There is no single universal deadline listed here. Submit it promptly after the court session where the debtor’s attendance was confirmed.

Before you submit

• • All required fields (names, addresses) are fully completed.
• • The specific section of law justifying the warrant is clearly cited.
• • A clear statement confirming the debtor *has* attended is present.
• • Any necessary signatures (e.g., solicitor/court officer) are affixed.
• • Ensure the case number or file reference from the Courts Service is written in.

How to file this form

1. 1Complete all sections of Form 57.7 accurately.
2. 2Sign and date the form where indicated.
3. 3Submit the completed form to the relevant local District Court or Circuit Court office.
4. 4Keep a copy for your own records (proof of submission).
5. 5If submitting electronically, upload it via the appropriate Courts Service portal.

Known limitations

• • This form does not guarantee immediate enforcement; it is the warrant itself.
• • Its use is strictly tied to proceedings under the Family Law Act 1976 or Civil Partnership Act 2010.
• • Not confirmed in official source: It may require accompanying documentation (e.g., a judgment order) for full validity.