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Form 97.12 Notice Of Application For Special Disqualification Order - Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 28(1)
This form is a Notice of Application for a Special Disqualification Order under the Road Traffic Act 1961 (Section 28(1)). You use it when you need the Courts Service to officially disqualify someone from driving or holding certain road traffic privileges.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 97.12 Notice Of Application For Special Disqualification Order - Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 28(1)
This form is a Notice of Application for a Special Disqualification Order under the Road Traffic Act 1961 (Section 28(1)). You use it when you need the Courts Service to officially disqualify someone from driving or holding certain road traffic privileges.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that Section 28(1) is cited correctly; this is a specific legal requirement.
- 2Not clearly identifying the person needing disqualification
- 3Omitting reference to Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 28(1)
- 4Submitting without a clear reason/grounds for application
- 5Incorrectly dating or signing the Notice
Plain English
Basically, this paperwork tells the courts that you want someone's driving rights restricted or 'disqualified.' This happens after a specific event related to Irish road traffic laws. It formally starts the process for getting that official order put in place.
Submission Date
- Filing date: While no firm deadline is listed on the form itself, apply as soon as the need for disqualification arises to start the court process promptly.
- 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 this form when you want a court order to formally disqualify someone from driving.
- Use it if you are applying for disqualification based specifically on Section 28(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961.
- This is used when the issue isn't just a simple fine, but requires a formal 'Special Disqualification Order'.
- It serves as your official notice to the Courts Service that you are making this specific application.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Simple Fine/Penalty Point Application
Use if disqualification isn't the main goal.
✓ Check form 97.12 details.
Not confirmed in official source (but likely related)
Application for License Suspension
If you want a temporary hold instead of a full long-term ban.
✓ Ensure Section 28(1) applies to your case.
Appeal Against Disqualification Order
Use this if the order has already been given and you are challenging it.
✓ You must mention the existing order details on Form 97.12.
Change of Address Notice (Driving License)
This is just administrative; it doesn't initiate a disqualification hearing.
✓ Confirm if your case requires *starting* an application or *updating* one.
Courts Service related, but different form number
Deadline or filing window
While no firm deadline is listed on the form itself, apply as soon as the need for disqualification arises to start the court process promptly.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure the applicant's full name and address are clearly written.
- 2Verify that the specific road traffic offence triggering the application is detailed.
- 3Confirm the date of the alleged offence matches your records.
- 4Attach copies of relevant documents (e.g., driving license, Garda report).
- 5Sign and date the form in the designated signature block.
- 6Check that you have completed all sections marked with an asterisk (*).
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required sections of Form 97.12 thoroughly.
- 2Attach supporting evidence related to the road traffic offence.
- 3Determine if submission is via postal mail or online portal.
- 4If mailing, address it correctly to the Courts Service office handling Road Traffic matters.
- 5If submitting online, upload all documents clearly named and labelled.
- 6Keep a copy of the fully completed and signed form for your records.
Known limitations
- 1This form itself does not guarantee the order will be granted; it only initiates the application process.
- 2The required supporting documentation is not confirmed in official source, so check the accompanying guidance notes.
- 3It does not specify if the disqualification must be permanent or temporary without further detail on the form.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: The specific court jurisdiction accepting this form isn't detailed here.
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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 standard notice for applying to the Courts Service regarding a Special Disqualification Order under the Road Traffic Act 1961. Check the most recent version available on the Courts website before filling it out.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the exact date of the current Form 97.12 version.
- Check if there are new required fields related to specific types of road traffic offences.
- Look for updated instructions regarding supporting documentation requirements.
- Confirm the correct address or portal reference for submission (e.g., Courts Service online portal).
- Note any changes in the section headers referencing the Road Traffic Act 1961.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm Number: 97.12
- SRCAct Referenced: Road Traffic Act 1961
- SRCSpecific Section Applied: Section 28(1)
- SRCPurpose Confirmed: Application for Special Disqualification Order
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: The exact required court level (District vs Circuit) is not specified on the form title alone.
Common confusion points
People often confuse this with simply notifying a fine; 97.12 is for a formal *Order*.
Not knowing whether to apply from the perspective of the driver or another interested party (e.g., an employer).
Mistaking Section 28(1) for other sections of the Road Traffic Act 1961.
Failing to include all necessary supporting documentation, leading to delays.
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