96C.4 Notice Of Application For Behaviour Order - Children Act 2001, Section 257D

What this form is for

• • You need this form when you want the Court to legally order specific behaviour regarding a child.
• • Use it specifically when the required order falls under Section 257D of the Children Act 2001.
• • This is for initiating the application, not for responding to one or enforcing an existing order.
• • It signals to the Court that you are asking them to impose a Behaviour Order.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There is no universal deadline mentioned in the title alone. Submit it as soon as the need for the Behaviour Order becomes urgent or arises.

Before you submit

• • Fill in all sections completely; do not leave blanks unless explicitly permitted.
• • Clearly state who the application is *for* (the child) and *by whom* (the applicant).
• • Detail the exact behaviour you are seeking the Court to enforce.
• • Ensure your contact details (address, phone, email) are accurate for court service.
• • If applicable, attach a supporting Affidavit or evidence document.
• • Sign and date the form where indicated.

How to file this form

1. 1Complete all sections of Form 96C.4 clearly and legibly.
2. 2Attach any necessary supporting documents (e.g., witness statements, medical reports).
3. 3Determine if you need to file it in person at the relevant District or Circuit Court office.
4. 4Alternatively, submit it electronically via the Courts Service online portal.
5. 5Pay any required filing fee and note the receipt number.

Known limitations

• • This form only *applies* for the order; it does not guarantee the Court will grant it.
• • The specific requirements of Section 257D must be met for this form to be appropriate.
• • Not confirmed in official source: The required supporting evidence varies based on the specific circumstances of the child.
• • It is a notice, meaning you may still need to file further documentation later.