59.12 Summons To Discharge A Safety / Barring / Interim Barring / Emergency Barring / Protection Order - Domestic Violence Act 2018 Section 21
This form is a Summons (Form 59.12) used in relation to the Domestic Violence Act 2018, specifically under Section 21. It is used when someone needs to formally ask the Courts Service of Ireland to cancel or 'discharge' an existing Safety, Barring, Interim Barring, Emergency Barring, or Protection Order.
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59.12 Summons To Discharge A Safety / Barring / Interim Barring / Emergency Barring / Protection Order - Domestic Violence Act 2018 Section 21
This form is a Summons (Form 59.12) used in relation to the Domestic Violence Act 2018, specifically under Section 21. It is used when someone needs to formally ask the Courts Service of Ireland to cancel or 'discharge' an existing Safety, Barring, Interim Barring, Emergency Barring, or Protection Order.
Risk Radar
- Do not forget to specify *which* type of Order you are asking to discharge.
- Not clearly stating the specific order (e.g., Safety vs. Interim Barring).
- Failing to provide adequate justification for discharge.
- Missing details of the respondent/other party involved.
- Submitting the form without a signature or date stamp.
Plain English
Think of this as a formal request slip for the Irish courts. You use it when you believe a protective order currently in place is no longer necessary or should be changed. It tells the court that the current restrictions need to be lifted or adjusted under the 2018 Domestic Violence Act.
Submission Date
- If a hearing date is set, aim to file this form well in advance. Otherwise, submit it as soon as you feel the order should be lifted.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
What this form is for
- • Use this when you want an existing Safety Order removed.
- • Use this when you want an Interim Barring Order cancelled.
- • Use this for Emergency Barring Orders that need discharging.
- • Use this if the Protection Order needs to be formally discharged under Section 21.
Use this form or another form?
| Situation | Likely form | Why it matters | Check before you continue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Want to *apply* for a new order? | Form 59.10 (likely) | This form cancels an existing one. | Check title carefully. |
| Need to change the conditions of an existing order? | Not confirmed in official source | Use this if only minor changes are needed, otherwise use 59.12. | See instructions for amendments. |
| The original order is very old/different type? | Not confirmed in official source | Check if a different specific form number applies to your exact protection order. | Look at the existing order document. |
Deadline or filing window
If a hearing date is set, aim to file this form well in advance. Otherwise, submit it as soon as you feel the order should be lifted.
Before you submit
- • Verify the name of the person/people whose order is being discharged is spelled correctly.
- • Confirm you are discharging a Safety, Barring, Interim Barring, Emergency Barring, or Protection Order.
- • Ensure the date the original order was granted is recorded accurately.
- • Sign and date the form clearly where indicated.
- • If submitting online via Courts Service portal, ensure all mandatory fields are populated.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 59.12 in ink (or digitally).
- 2Attach a copy of the original order you wish to discharge.
- 3Submit the form to the relevant Courts Service office or via the designated electronic portal.
- 4Keep a dated copy of the submitted form for your own records.
Known limitations
- • This form only requests discharge; it does not automatically grant it. A judge must approve it.
- • The specific court where the order was granted might dictate the correct filing location, even if you use this form.
- • Not confirmed in official source: It doesn't specify if a fee is required to submit.
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This form (59.12) is the standard document used to formally request the removal or cancellation of various protective orders under the Domestic Violence Act 2018. Its use relates specifically to Section 21 provisions.
Agency: Courts Service of Ireland
What changed or needs a fresh check
- • Confirm the date printed on Form 59.12 matches the latest version.
- • Check if there are new fields added regarding digital service or electronic filing.
- • Ensure the reference to 'Domestic Violence Act 2018 Section 21' is present and correct.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Agency
- Courts Service of Ireland
- Category
- Family Law Forms
- Source
- Court Forms ↗
- Revision Date
- 23/10/25
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After you file
- • Note the date and time of submission.
- • Track whether the Courts Service acknowledges receipt (e.g., confirmation email or stamp).
- • Monitor court schedules for hearing dates regarding your discharge request.
- • If you are the respondent, check if service has been completed on you.
Source and verification log
- • Issuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- • Form Number: 59.12
- • Act Referenced: Domestic Violence Act 2018
- • Specific Provision: Section 21
- • Purpose Confirmation: Discharge of Protective Orders
- • Not confirmed in official source: Specific court jurisdiction requirements.
Common confusion points
4 things to watch for
- 1
Confusing 'Discharge' with 'Amend': Discharge means removal; Amend means changing details.
- 2
Not knowing which specific type of order (Safety vs. Barring) needs to be referenced on the form.
- 3
Thinking filing this automatically cancels the order immediately—it requires court action.
- 4
Using the wrong section reference (e.g., citing Section 20 instead of Section 21).
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