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Form 58.29 Summons - Courts (No. 2) Act, 1986 Section 5
This form is a Summons issued under Section 5 of the Courts (No. 2) Act, 1986. It formally notifies someone about a legal action or requirement within an Irish court proceeding.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 58.29 Summons - Courts (No. 2) Act, 1986 Section 5
This form is a Summons issued under Section 5 of the Courts (No. 2) Act, 1986. It formally notifies someone about a legal action or requirement within an Irish court proceeding.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that the recipient's name matches their official documentation exactly.
- 2Incorrectly naming the party being summoned.
- 3Omitting the specific section of the Courts Act (Section 5).
- 4Failing to sign and date the document.
- 5Submitting it to the wrong court office location.
Plain English
Think of this as official paperwork telling you something important has happened in court. Someone is legally asking you to do something, show up somewhere, or provide information regarding a case. This specific form (58.29) serves as that formal notification slip.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The submission deadline is dictated by the court calendar for your specific case. If a date is listed on the form, ensure it is met or exceeded.
- 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
- When a legal requirement needs formal notification under Section 5 of the Courts (No. 2) Act, 1986.
- Use this form when you need to summon someone to appear in court for a specific matter.
- It is used as part of an official court process initiated by one party against another.
- Do not use this if the requirement is a simple notice or a formal witness statement; use it when a 'summons' under this Act is necessary.
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Use this form or another form?
General Court Notice
Use this for general notifications not specifically tied to Section 5 requirements.
✓ Check the form title.
Witness Summons
If you are only summoning a witness and not initiating a full action under S.5, check these alternatives.
✓ See if your case requires a specific witness summons template.
Pleadings Document
Use this when lodging formal written responses or claims rather than issuing the initial mandatory notification.
✓ Confirm if you are notifying *or* pleading.
Deadline or filing window
The submission deadline is dictated by the court calendar for your specific case. If a date is listed on the form, ensure it is met or exceeded.
Before you submit
- 1All required sections (e.g., details of the parties, nature of the summons) must be filled out completely.
- 2The date of issuance must be correctly entered.
- 3The signature block for the issuing party/legal representative must be completed.
- 4Ensure the Court name and location are accurate for where the action is taking place in Ireland.
- 5If applicable, attach supporting documentation referenced on the form.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all fields of Form 58.29 clearly using black ink.
- 2Sign the document according to the required section.
- 3File the completed form with the relevant Irish court office (Courts Service).
- 4Obtain an official stamp or filing receipt from the clerk.
- 5Serve a copy of the filed Summons on all named parties as directed by the court.
Known limitations
- 1This form itself does not dictate the outcome; it only serves as formal notification of a requirement.
- 2The specific instructions for *how* to serve the summons are determined by the presiding judge or circuit, not solely by this form.
- 3It is tied specifically to Section 5 of the Courts (No. 2) Act, 1986; other sections require different forms.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: The exact required font size for all text fields.
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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 standard Summons used within Irish court proceedings. It relates specifically to the Courts (No. 2) Act, 1986, Section 5.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date printed on the form for the latest revision.
- Verify that the reference number is exactly '58.29'.
- Confirm the title includes 'Summons - Courts (No. 2) Act, 1986 Section 5'.
- Ensure there are no handwritten amendments overriding the printed fields unless authorised by a court clerk.
- Look for any specific instructions regarding electronic vs. hard copy submission.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm Name: 58.29 Summons - Courts (No. 2) Act, 1986 Section 5.
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS).
- SRCContextual Basis: Formal notification requirement under the specified Irish legislation.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: The exact jurisdiction/level court this form defaults to if not specified.
Common confusion points
Mistaking a 'Summons' for a general 'Notice of Hearing'. A summons demands action/appearance; a notice informs about a time.
Not correctly identifying which party is issuing the summons versus who is being summoned.
Failing to specify *why* the person must attend (the purpose of the summons).
Assuming this form covers all court actions; it is specific to Section 5 requirements.
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