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Form 88.7 Notice Of Application For An Order Under Section 23 (1) Of The Act - Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962
This form is a formal notice submitted to the Courts Service of Ireland. It signals an application for a specific order under Section 23(1) of the Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962. You use this when seeking a court direction regarding collections.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 88.7 Notice Of Application For An Order Under Section 23 (1) Of The Act - Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962
This form is a formal notice submitted to the Courts Service of Ireland. It signals an application for a specific order under Section 23(1) of the Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962. You use this when seeking a court direction regarding collections.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Don't forget to cite the exact Act and Section (Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962, S. 23(1)).
- 2Failing to specify the exact Order required under Section 23(1).
- 3Missing details about the property or person subject to collection.
- 4Submitting the form without proper signatures/dates.
- 5Using an outdated version of Form 88.7.
Plain English
Basically, you are telling the Irish courts that you want them to make a formal ruling about how money can be collected from someone's property or home. This relates directly to the rules set out in the Street And House To House Collections Act of 1962. It starts the process for getting that official court order.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this notice as soon as you determine a court order is necessary for your collections efforts. Check local Court Service guidelines for specific filing windows.
- 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 this form when you are asking the court for a specific direction regarding collections.
- Use it when existing collection methods aren't working or an order is required to proceed.
- It applies specifically under Section 23(1) of the Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962.
- Do not use this form if you are just making a simple payment notification; this signals an *application* for an Order.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Simple Collection Notice
For basic updates on collections
✓ Check the agency website first
Application for Summons/Warrant
If you need a specific court instruction beyond just Section 23(1)
✓ Check if your request fits this section.
Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
Notice of Default Judgment
When judgment has been reached but the collection order is pending
✓ Ensure the debt is formally judged first.
Deadline or filing window
Submit this notice as soon as you determine a court order is necessary for your collections efforts. Check local Court Service guidelines for specific filing windows.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all sections of Form 88.7 are fully completed.
- 2Attach copies of relevant debt documentation (e.g., invoices, judgment).
- 3Verify the applicant's and debtor's details match official records.
- 4Check that the specific relief sought under Section 23(1) is clearly stated.
- 5Confirm the required court fee has been paid or accounted for.
How to file this form
- 1Fill out Form 88.7 completely, ensuring all dates are accurate.
- 2Attach supporting evidence related to the collection issue.
- 3Submit the form to the relevant Courts Service of Ireland office (or online portal).
- 4Pay the prescribed filing fee as indicated on the form.
- 5Obtain a confirmation receipt or file stamp.
Known limitations
- 1This form only signals an application; it is not the Order itself. The court must grant the order.
- 2It relates specifically to collections under the 1962 Act, so other types of debt collection may need different forms.
- 3The specific requirements for supporting evidence are not confirmed in official source.
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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 is a formal notice filed through the Courts Service of Ireland. It formally notifies the court that an application is being made under Section 23(1) of the Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check for updated departmental contact details within the form fields.
- Verify if there are new required supporting documentation checkboxes.
- Confirm the specific Act citation (Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962) remains correct.
- Look for any changes to the application fee payment method instructions.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 02/11/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 88.7
- SRCForm Name: Notice Of Application For An Order Under Section 23 (1) Of The Act - Street And House To House Collections Act, 1962
- SRCPurpose: Formal notification to the court regarding a collection order request.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Notice' with 'Application': This form *is* the notice of the application, not just a notification after action.
Not knowing the exact section: Ensure your request truly falls under Section 23(1) and not another part of the Act.
Filing without evidence: Submitting Form 88.7 without proof of debt is often insufficient.
Assuming immediate approval: Filing this form does not guarantee the court will grant the order immediately.
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