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Form 88.5 Notice Of Appeal To The District Court - Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962 Section 13 (3)
This is Form 88.5 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It serves as a formal Notice of Appeal specifically directed to the District Court. You use this form when you wish to challenge a decision made under Section 13 (3) of the Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 88.5 Notice Of Appeal To The District Court - Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962 Section 13 (3)
This is Form 88.5 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It serves as a formal Notice of Appeal specifically directed to the District Court. You use this form when you wish to challenge a decision made under Section 13 (3) of the Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not miss the deadline; a late submission means your appeal might be dismissed automatically.
- 2Failing to cite Section 13 (3) of the Collections Act correctly.
- 3Not naming the correct District Court where the appeal should go.
- 4Submitting the form without a clear statement of grounds for appeal.
- 5Missing the statutory deadline by even one day.
Plain English
Think of this as telling the local court you disagree with a ruling about collections. This ruling relates to how money is being collected from property on a street or house-to-house basis under specific Irish legislation. It starts the process for an appeal hearing in the District Court.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The specific timeframe for filing is governed by the Act. Check local court rules, but aim to submit as soon as possible after receiving the original decision.
- 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 must use this form if you want to appeal a decision made in the District Court.
- The original decision being appealed relates specifically to Section 13 (3) of the Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962.
- Use this when challenging how collections were handled under that specific Act section.
- Do not use this if your issue is related to a different part of the Collections Act or another piece of legislation.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
You are appealing a decision about collections made under Section 13(3) of the Act
This form tells the District Court you disagree with a collection order or ruling.
✓ Check that your appeal relates to this specific Act and Section.
The matter was handled by another court body, but needs to go to the District Court
You must use 88.5 because it is the official notice for appealing *to* the District Court regarding collections under that specific Act.
✓ Check the header details against your original paperwork.
You are filing a general appeal, not specifically about collection notices
While related to courts, if your issue isn't strictly 'Street and House To House Collections,' you might need a different notice.
✓ Double-check the exact reason for your dispute.
Might be Form 12A or another local court form
You are appealing an order made by the District Court itself (not just a lower body)
This form is specifically designated for appeals *to* the District Court concerning this Act, making it the correct starting point.
✓ Ensure you state clearly in the appeal what decision you are challenging.
Deadline or filing window
The specific timeframe for filing is governed by the Act. Check local court rules, but aim to submit as soon as possible after receiving the original decision.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure your full name and address are clearly printed or typed.
- 2State the original case number/file reference clearly on Form 88.5.
- 3Verify that you correctly identify *what* decision you are appealing (the specific order).
- 4Check that the appeal is explicitly 'To The District Court'.
- 5Confirm the date of the decision you are challenging.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 88.5 thoroughly and legibly.
- 2Attach copies of the original court documents being appealed.
- 3Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 4Submit the completed package to the correct District Court office or via the designated online portal.
- 5Keep a copy for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only covers appeals under Section 13 (3) of the specified Act; other sections require different forms.
- 2The deadline for submission is not confirmed in official source, but it must be within the statutory timeframe.
- 3If you are appealing as a company, ensure the name matches CRO records exactly.
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the Act cited is indeed 'Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962'.
- Check if the specific section referenced is Section 13 (3).
- Verify that the appeal destination is correctly listed as 'The District Court'.
- Review for any updated required supporting documents list.
- Confirm the issuing agency reference remains Courts Service of Ireland.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 02/11/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCAgency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm Number: 88.5
- SRCAct Referenced: Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962
- SRCSection Cited: Section 13 (3)
- SRCDestination Court: The District Court
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific filing address/postal code
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Appeal' with a simple 'Request for Review'; an Appeal means challenging the decision itself.
Forgetting to cite the original case number, making it unlocatable by the court staff.
Assuming any form will work; you must match the Act and Section exactly.
Not clearly stating *why* you are appealing (the grounds of appeal) on the form.
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