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Form 96B.3 Notice Of Application For Extension Of Closure Order - Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act 2003 Section 7
This form is a formal notice filed with the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically applies when someone needs more time for a Closure Order under Section 7 of the Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act 2003. Use it to request an extension beyond the original order period.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 96B.3 Notice Of Application For Extension Of Closure Order - Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act 2003 Section 7
This form is a formal notice filed with the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically applies when someone needs more time for a Closure Order under Section 7 of the Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act 2003. Use it to request an extension beyond the original order period.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to cite Section 7 of the Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act 2003 on the form.
- 2Failing to reference the original Closure Order number.
- 3Requesting an extension date that is too vague (e.g., 'soon').
- 4Not clearly stating the reason for needing more time.
- 5Submitting it after the order has already technically expired.
Plain English
If a court has ordered that you must stop certain activities or stay somewhere, but you need more time than initially allowed, this is your paperwork. You are officially telling the courts you need an extension on that Public Order closure order. It keeps everything official for the Irish justice system.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this well before the current Closure Order expires. The timing must allow the courts adequate time to review and grant your request.
- 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 to formally ask the Court for extra time on a Closure Order.
- The original order period is ending, and you require it to continue.
- This form relates specifically to Section 7 of the Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act 2003.
- Use this when an existing Public Order Closure Order needs renewal or extension.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Requesting a brand new Closure Order
If you haven't received one yet, use this instead.
✓ Check the Act section.
Disputing an existing Closure Order
Use this if you disagree with the terms of the order.
✓ Confirm the specific challenge type.
Applying for a different type of court order (e.g., injunction)
If the issue isn't strictly 'closure time', check other forms.
✓ Review the Act title carefully.
Changing details on an existing Closure Order
Use this if you need to change names or addresses, not just extend the date.
✓ Look for a specific amendment form.
Deadline or filing window
Submit this well before the current Closure Order expires. The timing must allow the courts adequate time to review and grant your request.
Before you submit
- 1Fill in all boxes completely; do not leave them blank unless instructed.
- 2Ensure the correct name and address of the person subject to the order is stated.
- 3Clearly state the date the existing Closure Order expires.
- 4Specify exactly how much extension time you are requesting (e.g., 6 months).
- 5Attach a copy of the original Closure Order for reference.
- 6Sign and date the form where indicated.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required sections of Form 96B.3 clearly.
- 2Gather evidence supporting your need for extension (e.g., employment needs, personal circumstances).
- 3Sign and date the application as required by the Courts Service.
- 4Submit the form to the appropriate Court office handling the original order.
- 5If filing digitally, upload the completed PDF via the designated portal.
Known limitations
- 1This form only requests an extension; it does not automatically grant one.
- 2The specific court hearing date is not confirmed in official source.
- 3It assumes the existing Closure Order was granted under Section 7 of the Act.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: The maximum allowable extension period is not specified on this view.
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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 with the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically asks the court for more time on an existing Closure Order issued under Section 7 of the Public Order Act 2003.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the exact year of the Public Order Act cited (2003).
- Confirm that Section 7 is correctly referenced.
- Check if any changes have been made to the required signatory fields.
- Ensure the Courts Service of Ireland logo/branding matches current standards.
- Look for updates regarding digital filing requirements.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 96B.3
- SRCForm Name: Notice Of Application For Extension Of Closure Order - Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act 2003 Section 7
- SRCContext Confirmed: Requesting time extension for a Public Order Closure Order.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: The precise title of the specific court jurisdiction it applies to.
Common confusion points
Mistaking this form for an appeal—this is an *extension*, not necessarily an appeal against the order itself.
Not clearly stating *why* the extension is necessary (the justification must be strong).
Filing it with the wrong local court office.
Forgetting to reference the specific Section 7 of the Public Order Act 2003 in the body text.
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