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Form 59.13 Order Discharging A Safety / Barring / Interim Barring / Emergency Barring / Protection Order - Domestic Violence Act 2018 Section 21
This form allows someone to formally discharge (end) a court order issued under the Domestic Violence Act 2018, specifically relating to Section 21. It covers various types of protective orders, including Safety, Interim Barring, Emergency Barring, and standard Protection Orders.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 59.13 Order Discharging A Safety / Barring / Interim Barring / Emergency Barring / Protection Order - Domestic Violence Act 2018 Section 21
This form allows someone to formally discharge (end) a court order issued under the Domestic Violence Act 2018, specifically relating to Section 21. It covers various types of protective orders, including Safety, Interim Barring, Emergency Barring, and standard Protection Orders.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to specify *which* type of order (Safety, Barring, etc.) you are ending!
- 2Failing to specify the exact Order type (e.g., calling it a 'Protection Order' when it was an 'Interim Barring').
- 3Not providing sufficient reason for the discharge request.
- 4Using outdated personal details from previous court filings.
- 5Submitting the form without a signature or date.
Plain English
If a protection order related to domestic violence is in place, this form lets you tell the court it's no longer needed or active. You use this when the situation has changed and the formal restrictions are finished.
Submission Date
- Filing date: While no specific deadline is given here, submit this form as soon as the protective situation changes. A delay might mean the court still enforces the old terms.
- 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 form when you need to officially cancel an existing Protective Order.
- It is for discharging Safety Orders, Interim Barring Orders, Emergency Barring Orders, or standard Protection Orders.
- Do not use this if the order hasn't been formally granted by a court yet.
- Use it only when the conditions allowing the order are no longer met.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Order is new/being issued
This form discharges, this one initiates/updates
✓ Check if you are cancelling or starting.
Order was granted under a different section of the DV Act 2018
The specific form number might change based on the exact order type
✓ Confirm the Section reference first.
Need to vary (change) an existing order, not end it entirely
A variation application may be needed instead of a full discharge
✓ Check if 'variation' is the intended action.
The original Order document is lost/missing
You need to formally tell the court the order should end
✓ Have the old order number ready.
Deadline or filing window
While no specific deadline is given here, submit this form as soon as the protective situation changes. A delay might mean the court still enforces the old terms.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure both parties involved in the order have signed (if applicable to your situation).
- 2Clearly state which specific Order(s) you are discharging on the form.
- 3Include the original Court Order Number/Case Reference Number.
- 4Provide a clear reason why the discharge is necessary.
- 5Attach copies of the original Order document for reference.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 59.13 accurately using black ink.
- 2Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 3Gather supporting documents (e.g., evidence that the safety risk has ended).
- 4Submit the completed form to the relevant District or Circuit Court office.
- 5Keep a copy of the submitted form for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form discharges the order; it does not automatically mean all related legal obligations are gone. Not confirmed in official source.
- 2The discharge is subject to court approval, even if you submit the paperwork.
- 3It only covers orders made under Section 21 of the Domestic Violence Act 2018. Other acts require different forms.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: The form does not specify if it must be filed electronically or physically.
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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 (59.13) is used to formally end a court order under the Domestic Violence Act 2018. It applies specifically when dealing with orders issued under Section 21 of that Act.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check if the form title explicitly lists 'Section 21' of the Domestic Violence Act 2018.
- Verify the issuing agency is listed as Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS).
- Confirm the Form Number remains 59.13.
- Look for any recent amendments regarding required supporting documentation.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 59.13
- SRCAct Referenced: Domestic Violence Act 2018
- SRCSpecific Section Covered: Section 21
- SRCOrder Types Covered: Safety / Barring / Interim Barring / Emergency Barring / Protection Order
Common confusion points
Thinking this form cancels the *entire* case when it only discharges the specific protective order.
Not knowing whether to discharge one order or multiple orders on the same form.
Failing to specify if the discharge is immediate or conditional (e.g., 'subject to review in 6 months').
Assuming the Gardaí automatically know about the discharge without seeing this filed form.
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