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Form 59.11 Order Varying A Safety / Barring / Interim Barring / Emergency Barring / Protection Order - Domestic Violence Act 2018 Section 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10
This form is used when an existing Protection Order issued under the Domestic Violence Act 2018 needs to be changed or modified. It covers various types of orders, including Safety, Interim Barring, Emergency Barring, and standard Protection Orders, referencing specific sections (6 through 10).
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 59.11 Order Varying A Safety / Barring / Interim Barring / Emergency Barring / Protection Order - Domestic Violence Act 2018 Section 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10
This form is used when an existing Protection Order issued under the Domestic Violence Act 2018 needs to be changed or modified. It covers various types of orders, including Safety, Interim Barring, Emergency Barring, and standard Protection Orders, referencing specific sections (6 through 10).
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to reference the original Order Number clearly on Form 59.11.
- 2Failing to specify which section (6, 7, 8, 9, or 10) of the Act needs varying.
- 3Not providing a copy of the original Protection Order being varied.
- 4Vaguely describing the required change instead of stating it precisely.
- 5Submitting the form without a clear date when the variation should take effect.
Plain English
If a court has already given someone an order regarding domestic violence—like telling them to stay away from someone or do something specific—and that situation changes, you use this form. It lets the courts know what needs to be updated on that existing order.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no single universal deadline listed here; submission should happen as soon as the circumstances requiring the variation become clear to you or your solicitor.
- 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 if an existing Safety Order needs changes (e.g., adding a new restriction).
- Select this form when you need to modify an Interim Barring or Emergency Barring Order.
- It applies specifically when altering Protection Orders related to Sections 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10 of the Act.
- Do not use this if you are applying for a brand new order; that requires a different application form.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
New Protection Order
You need an entirely new order, not just a change to an existing one.
✓ Check the main Courts Service list.
Form 59.XX (Not confirmed in official source)
Varying a Safety Order Only
If you are certain only the 'Safety' aspect needs updating, look for that specific variant.
✓ Confirm which section of the Act is being varied.
Applying for First Time Barring
This form focuses on *varying* an existing order; a new application is needed otherwise.
✓ Check if your original Order was already granted.
Deadline or filing window
There is no single universal deadline listed here; submission should happen as soon as the circumstances requiring the variation become clear to you or your solicitor.
Before you submit
- 1Fill out all required fields completely; do not leave blanks where information is mandatory.
- 2Sign and date the form in the designated area.
- 3Attach a copy of the original Protection Order you are seeking to vary.
- 4Provide clear details about *what* needs to change (e.g., 'Change from no contact to supervised contact').
- 5Ensure the request aligns with one of the sections listed on the form (6-10).
- 6If applicable, include evidence supporting the requested variation.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all details of Form 59.11 clearly in ink.
- 2Attach supporting documentation proving the need for change.
- 3Submit the form to the relevant Court office handling your existing order.
- 4Keep a copy of the fully completed and signed form for your own records.
- 5If submitting online via the Courts Service portal, ensure all fields are mapped correctly.
Known limitations
- 1This form does not guarantee the court will grant your requested variation; it only requests it.
- 2It is used to *vary* an order, not necessarily to cancel it entirely (though cancellation can be a type of variation).
- 3The specific required supporting evidence depends on the nature of the change requested.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: The exact court handling jurisdiction is not specified here.
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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 form remains the standard document for altering existing Protection Orders under the Domestic Violence Act 2018. It covers several types of orders issued by the Courts Service.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the current date stamp at the top of Form 59.11.
- Verify that the specific section being varied (6, 7, 8, 9, or 10) is clearly referenced.
- Ensure you have correctly identified whether the order is Safety, Interim Barring, Emergency Barring, or Protection Order.
- Confirm the existing Order Number matches your current documentation.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Body: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 59.11
- SRCLegal Basis: Domestic Violence Act 2018
- SRCScope Covered: Sections 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of the Act.
- SRCPurpose Confirmed: Order Varying an existing Protection/Barring/Safety Order.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Varying' with 'Applying for': If you are applying for a new order entirely, use the application form.
Mixing up the Order Types: Ensure you label it correctly (Safety vs. Interim Barring) before filling in details.
Not specifying *why* the change is needed: The court needs to know the reason for variation, not just what the new term should be.
Assuming automatic acceptance: Submitting the form does not mean the order changes instantly; a hearing or administrative review may be necessary.
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