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Form 58.48 Order Requiring Reimbursement Of Necessary Expenses - Guardianship Of Infants Act 1964, Section 18D(1)
This is Form 58.48 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It is used when you need a court order to force someone else to pay for expenses related to guardianship under the Guardianship of Infants Act 1964, specifically Section 18D(1).
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 58.48 Order Requiring Reimbursement Of Necessary Expenses - Guardianship Of Infants Act 1964, Section 18D(1)
This is Form 58.48 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It is used when you need a court order to force someone else to pay for expenses related to guardianship under the Guardianship of Infants Act 1964, specifically Section 18D(1).
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Always attach receipts or proof for every single expense listed on Form 58.48.
- 2Forgetting to reference Section 18D(1) of the Act.
- 3Not providing sufficient evidence/receipts for claimed expenses.
- 4Failing to correctly identify the party responsible for payment.
- 5Submitting the form without a clear statement of 'necessary' expense.
Plain English
Think of this form as asking the Irish courts for permission to get money paid back. You use it when you have spent necessary money on a child and need the court to order another party (like the other parent) to cover those costs.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no fixed universal deadline mentioned in the form title, but submission should happen as soon as possible after the expenses are incurred to maintain urgency.
- 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 someone else to pay expenses related to guardianship.
- The expenses are necessary costs incurred while dealing with guardianship matters.
- The legal basis for the request is specifically Section 18D(1) of the Guardianship of Infants Act 1964.
- Use this when a simple agreement on who pays isn't working.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Need an order but it relates to custody/care arrangements
This form is for reimbursement, not the main order itself.
✓ Check the specific nature of the expense.
Form related to Guardianship (check specific section)
You are applying for guardianship initially
This form forces payment *after* guardianship issues arise.
✓ Confirm if you need an initial grant or subsequent reimbursement.
Likely a different application form
Expense relates to maintenance only (not general care)
The Act covers broader 'necessary expenses'.
✓ Review the definition of 'Necessary Expenses' within Section 18D(1).
You are dealing with a different piece of legislation
This form is tied directly to the Guardianship of Infants Act 1964.
✓ Ensure the matter falls under this specific Act.
Deadline or filing window
There is no fixed universal deadline mentioned in the form title, but submission should happen as soon as possible after the expenses are incurred to maintain urgency.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure both parties involved in the guardianship matter have signed where required.
- 2Attach evidence proving the expenses were actually incurred (receipts, invoices).
- 3Clearly state *who* is responsible for paying the expense in the form details.
- 4Verify that the request aligns precisely with Section 18D(1) of the Act.
- 5Double-check all dates are correct and match supporting documents.
- 6Ensure you have listed the exact amount being claimed.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form 58.48 fully, filling in all relevant sections.
- 2Gather all necessary evidence receipts to support the requested expenses.
- 3Sign and date the form according to the instructions provided on the document.
- 4Submit the completed form and supporting documents to the appropriate Court office.
- 5Keep a copy of the submitted Form 58.48 for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only requests reimbursement; it does not automatically grant custody or guardianship itself.
- 2The court must agree that the expense is 'necessary' under the Act.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: There may be specific local court rules dictating submission methods (e.g., online portal vs. paper).
- 4It only addresses Section 18D(1); other subsections of the Act might require different forms.
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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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Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm Name: Order Requiring Reimbursement Of Necessary Expenses
- SRCForm Number: 58.48
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCLegal Basis: Guardianship Of Infants Act 1964, Section 18D(1)
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific required accompanying documentation list.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'necessary expenses' with general living costs—it must be directly related to guardianship.
Thinking this form is for *applying* for guardianship when it is for forcing payment *after* an issue arises.
Not clearly identifying the person who owes the money (the liable party).
Failing to link the expense request specifically to Section 18D(1) of the Act.
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