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Form 89.6 Notice Of Appeal Against Seizure And Detention - Wildlife Act, 1976 Section 77
This form is a Notice of Appeal against Seizure and Detention under the Wildlife Act, 1976 (Section 77). You use it when wildlife or related items have been taken into custody by authorities.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 89.6 Notice Of Appeal Against Seizure And Detention - Wildlife Act, 1976 Section 77
This form is a Notice of Appeal against Seizure and Detention under the Wildlife Act, 1976 (Section 77). You use it when wildlife or related items have been taken into custody by authorities.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not wait; filing late is the biggest risk.
- 2Failing to include the original seizure reference number
- 3Not clearly stating the grounds for appeal
- 4Submitting outside the statutory timeframe
- 5Incorrectly dating the notice of appeal
Plain English
If someone has seized or detained your wildlife property, this form allows you to formally challenge that decision. It tells the Courts Service you disagree with how your animals or goods are being held. This notice starts the formal appeal process within the Irish court system.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The specific deadline for lodging this appeal is not confirmed in official source. Treat it as urgent until you verify the exact time limit from the seizing authority.
- 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 wildlife or items related to wildlife have been seized or detained by authorities in Ireland.
- Use it specifically when you want to appeal the decision of seizure/detention made under Section 77 of the Wildlife Act, 1976.
- Do not use this form if you are simply reporting a sighting; use it when an official action has already been taken against your wildlife items.
- This is for appealing existing actions, not for initiating a new investigation.
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Use this form or another form?
Wildlife seized but detention hasn't been formally notified
Check if the initial seizure notice specified Section 77 appeal rights.
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Appeal related to a fine or penalty under Wildlife Act, 1976
A different form might be required for fines only, even if seizure occurred.
✓ Check agency guidance.
General wildlife complaint/report (no formal seizure)
Use a standard report form; this is for appealing an *action* taken on you.
✓ Check the nature of the incident.
Deadline or filing window
The specific deadline for lodging this appeal is not confirmed in official source. Treat it as urgent until you verify the exact time limit from the seizing authority.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure your full name and address are clearly legible on the form.
- 2Provide a precise description of the wildlife item(s) being appealed (species, quantity).
- 3Clearly state *why* you are appealing (e.g., 'The seizure was incorrect' or 'Detention time is excessive').
- 4Include reference numbers from the initial Seizure/Detention notice.
- 5Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 6Attach copies of any supporting documents (photos, police reports, etc.).
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on Form 89.6 thoroughly.
- 2Gather all documentation related to the original seizure/detention.
- 3Sign and date the form.
- 4Submit the completed package to the relevant Courts Service of Ireland office or portal.
- 5Keep a copy for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form does not guarantee that your appeal will be successful. It only lodges the challenge.
- 2The deadline to submit this appeal is critical; check the original notice for the exact date.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: The specific receiving office may change based on where the seizure occurred.
- 4It does not replace the need to follow court directions after filing.
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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 is the official Notice of Appeal for matters under Section 77 of the Wildlife Act, 1976. It remains a key document when challenging an official seizure or detention.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check if the date on the top right corner matches your current filing date.
- Verify that 'Form 89.6' is clearly printed as the title.
- Confirm the reference to 'Wildlife Act, 1976 Section 77' is accurate.
- Look for any changes in required section headings or boxes since the last version you used.
- Check if the Courts Service of Ireland logo/details are current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 02/11/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 89.6
- SRCAct Referenced: Wildlife Act, 1976
- SRCSpecific Section: Section 77
- SRCPurpose: Notice Of Appeal Against Seizure And Detention
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Exact submission portal link.
Common confusion points
Confusing it with a simple 'complaint'—this form demands an appeal against a specific action taken.
Not knowing which court/office within the Courts Service needs the document sent.
Failing to reference Section 77 specifically, leading to routing errors.
Submitting it before the official seizure notice has been issued (i.e., appealing something that hasn't happened yet).
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