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Form 91.1 Notice Of Intention To Make A Complaint That A Dog Is Dangerous - Control Of Dogs Act 1986
This form officially notifies the Courts Service of Ireland about your plan to complain. It is used when you believe a dog poses a danger under the Control Of Dogs Act 1986. You use it before making the formal complaint.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 91.1 Notice Of Intention To Make A Complaint That A Dog Is Dangerous - Control Of Dogs Act 1986
This form officially notifies the Courts Service of Ireland about your plan to complain. It is used when you believe a dog poses a danger under the Control Of Dogs Act 1986. You use it before making the formal complaint.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to state *why* the dog is dangerous; just saying 'it's bad' isn't enough.
- 2Failing to specify the dog's breed or description.
- 3Not clearly stating the dangerous behaviour witnessed.
- 4Submitting the wrong version of Form 91.1.
- 5Forgetting to sign and date the document.
Plain English
If you think a neighbour's or stranger's dog is dangerous, this form lets the Courts Service know first. It signals your intention to file a proper complaint about that animal. Think of it as giving advance notice for action.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no strict deadline listed on the form itself, but you should submit it as soon as possible after deciding to complain.
- 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 when you plan to formally complain about a dog.
- Use it specifically if you believe the dog is dangerous according to the Control Of Dogs Act 1986.
- File this *before* submitting the full, detailed complaint paperwork.
- This form signals your intent to the Courts Service.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Dog bites someone
You are alerting them you will complain about a dangerous dog.
✓ Check if another specific complaint form exists for bites.
General nuisance/barking
If the danger isn't severe enough to warrant this Act, use a general complaint form.
✓ Confirm with local authority requirements.
Dog is aggressive but not biting
Use this if you are notifying them before making a formal dangerous dog claim.
✓ Ensure the aggression meets the 'dangerous' threshold.
Filing the actual complaint
This form is just the notice; the main details go on the subsequent form.
✓ Do not submit only this form without supporting evidence.
Deadline or filing window
There is no strict deadline listed on the form itself, but you should submit it as soon as possible after deciding to complain.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure you have clearly identified *which* dog/owner you are complaining about.
- 2Confirm your full name and address are accurately filled out.
- 3State clearly that this is a 'Notice Of Intention to Make A Complaint'.
- 4Include the date you intend to make the formal complaint (if known).
- 5Attach any preliminary evidence, such as photos or brief incident summaries.
- 6Sign and date the form where indicated.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on Form 91.1 thoroughly.
- 2Gather supporting documentation related to the dog's dangerous behaviour.
- 3Sign and date the completed notice.
- 4Submit the form to the appropriate Courts Service of Ireland office (check local guidance).
- 5Keep a copy for your own records immediately after submission.
Known limitations
- 1This form only notifies intent; it is not the final complaint itself.
- 2The specific court or department receiving this notice is Not confirmed in official source.
- 3Filing this does not guarantee the complaint will be accepted or upheld by the Courts Service.
- 4It relates specifically to danger under the Control Of Dogs Act 1986, not general dog ownership issues.
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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 notification to the Courts Service regarding a potential danger complaint under the Control Of Dogs Act 1986. It serves as your heads-up before filing the main complaint.
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- Check for any updated reference numbers or specific section headings.
- Verify if the issuing agency (Courts Service of Ireland) branding looks current.
- Confirm the exact wording matches: 'Notice Of Intention To Make A Complaint That A Dog Is Dangerous - Control Of Dogs Act 1986'.
- Check for any new fields related to specific local jurisdictions within Ireland.
- Review the instructions provided on the form regarding evidence requirements.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 02/11/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 91.1
- SRCAct Referenced: Control Of Dogs Act 1986
- SRCPurpose: Notice Of Intention To Make A Complaint
- SRCContextual Link: Used prior to formal filing.
- SRCDate of Form Validity: Not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Confusing this notice with the actual formal complaint form.
Assuming submission automatically starts the investigation timeline.
Not clearly stating *why* the dog is dangerous (e.g., biting, attacking livestock).
Filing it without having a specific incident date or location recorded.
Thinking that filling out this form means you are done; more steps follow.
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