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Form 96C.5 Behaviour Order - Children Act 2001, Section 257D
This form is for a Behaviour Order under the Children Act 2001, specifically Section 257D. You use it when a court needs to formally order certain behaviours regarding children.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 96C.5 Behaviour Order - Children Act 2001, Section 257D
This form is for a Behaviour Order under the Children Act 2001, specifically Section 257D. You use it when a court needs to formally order certain behaviours regarding children.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that the behaviour listed matches exactly what the judge ordered!
- 2Omitting the correct Children Act 2001 reference (Section 257D).
- 3Incorrectly identifying the child(ren) covered by the order.
- 4Failing to specify *what* behaviour the court is ordering.
- 5Not having a signature from an authorized person.
Plain English
Think of this as an official instruction from the Irish courts about how a child should behave or what others must do for them. It locks down specific rules in writing under Irish law. This form makes that order official.
Submission Date
- Filing date: If the order is urgent, aim to submit it immediately after receiving court direction. Check your specific case file for any stated submission deadlines.
- 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
- Use this form when a judge needs to formally order specific behaviours concerning children.
- It applies under Section 257D of the Children Act 2001.
- This is for setting behavioural rules, not necessarily custody or access orders alone.
- If the order relates specifically to behaviour as defined by this section, use 96C.5.
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Use this form or another form?
Custody/Access Order
If you are setting who has care or when parents can see the child
✓ Check if behaviour rules are also needed.
General Children's Order
For broader orders not strictly under Section 257D
✓ Verify the specific section of the Act being invoked.
Behaviour Order (other sections)
If the behaviour relates to a different part of the Children Act
✓ Ensure '257D' matches your case facts.
Form 96C.X (where X is different)
Deadline or filing window
If the order is urgent, aim to submit it immediately after receiving court direction. Check your specific case file for any stated submission deadlines.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all parties involved (parents/guardians) are correctly named on the form.
- 2Clearly state *what* behaviour is being ordered and *who* it applies to.
- 3Confirm the date from which the Behaviour Order should take effect.
- 4Fill in the case number accurately as assigned by the relevant Irish court.
- 5Signatures must be present where required (usually the applicant/presenting party).
- 6If submitting digitally, ensure all fields are populated, not just marked 'N/A'.
How to file this form
- 1Complete every section of Form 96C.5 thoroughly.
- 2Attach supporting documentation (e.g., Garda reports, school letters) if necessary.
- 3Sign and date the form according to the required fields.
- 4Submit the completed form to the appropriate Irish court office or via the Courts Service portal.
- 5Keep a copy of the fully executed form for your records.
Known limitations
- 1This form itself does not guarantee the order will be granted by the judge.
- 2The specific scope of the behaviour ordered is defined by the text written on the form, not the template structure alone.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: There may be variations depending on which Circuit or District Court handles the case.
- 4It is a request/order document; it does not automatically replace all other existing court orders.
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Compact field-by-field guide
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 the current template for a Behaviour Order under Section 257D of the Children Act 2001. It remains standard for court use unless updated by the Courts Service.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check for updates regarding required signatory names on the Courts Service side.
- Confirm if there are new fields relating to specific types of child behaviour (e.g., substance use, school attendance).
- Verify the current official title of the Children Act 2001 in case amendments have occurred.
- Check for changes in required supporting documentation references.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Name: Behaviour Order - Children Act 2001, Section 257D
- SRCGoverning Legislation: Children Act 2001
- SRCFiling Context: Irish Court Proceedings
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Behaviour' with 'Custody': The order dictates *how* the child behaves, not just *who* has them.
Not knowing which section applies: Section 257D is specific; if it relates to parental responsibility generally, check other sections of the Children Act 2001.
Mistaking 'Applicant' for 'Respondent': The applicant is usually the person asking the court to make the order.
Leaving out the child's full details: Ensure both names and dates of birth are correct.
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