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Form 97.16 Notice Of Application For The Removal Of Disqualification - Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 29(2)(As Substituted By Section 7 Of The Road Traffic Act 2006)
This form is a Notice of Application filed with the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically relates to removing a disqualification under the Road Traffic Act 1961 (as updated by Section 7 of the Road Traffic Act 2006). Use this when you need official permission to lift a driving or road traffic restriction.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 97.16 Notice Of Application For The Removal Of Disqualification - Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 29(2)(As Substituted By Section 7 Of The Road Traffic Act 2006)
This form is a Notice of Application filed with the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically relates to removing a disqualification under the Road Traffic Act 1961 (as updated by Section 7 of the Road Traffic Act 2006). Use this when you need official permission to lift a driving or road traffic restriction.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that the specific section reference (Section 29(2) as substituted by Section 7 of the Road Traffic Act 2006) is correctly cited.
- 2Incorrectly stating the date of the original disqualification.
- 3Failing to provide a clear reason/grounds for removal.
- 4Submitting without a signature or declaration.
- 5Using an outdated version of Form 97.16.
Plain English
If a court has disqualified you from something related to driving in Ireland, this form helps get that disqualification lifted. Think of it as asking the courts for permission to resume your rights under the Road Traffic Act. It deals with specific rules about when and how you can drive again.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The form should be submitted when you are ready to formally apply for removal. There is no single universal deadline listed in this source, but it relates directly to your existing disqualification dates.
- 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 have been disqualified from driving or operating a vehicle under the Road Traffic Act 1961.
- Your disqualification needs official removal or lifting by the Courts Service.
- This form is needed when applying for permission to drive again, not just appealing the initial fine/penalty.
- The specific reference to Section 29(2) means this application addresses a particular type of restriction within that Act.
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Use this form or another form?
General Appeal against a Penalty
If you are challenging the penalty itself, use the standard appeal form.
✓ Check if your notice specifies 'Appeal' or 'Application for Removal'.
Disqualification under other Acts (e.g., Licensing)
If the disqualification stems from a different piece of legislation, check for that specific Act's application form.
✓ Ensure the title mentions Road Traffic Act 1961.
Notice of Breach/Infringement
Use this if you are notifying the court about the disqualification status, rather than applying to remove it yet.
✓ Confirm your purpose is 'Application For The Removal'.
Administrative Request for Review
If a minor administrative change is needed regarding the ban, a simpler notice might suffice.
✓ Verify the specific wording matches Section 29(2).
Deadline or filing window
The form should be submitted when you are ready to formally apply for removal. There is no single universal deadline listed in this source, but it relates directly to your existing disqualification dates.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure your full name and address are clearly written.
- 2Verify the exact Section reference (29(2) as substituted by 7).
- 3Attach proof of disqualification (e.g., letter from the Gardaí or court order).
- 4Check that all required fields have a corresponding entry.
- 5Sign and date the form in the designated area.
- 6Confirm the fee payment method is correctly noted on the application.
How to file this form
- 1Complete every section of Form 97.16 thoroughly using black ink.
- 2Gather supporting documents proving your disqualification status.
- 3Address the form to the relevant Court listed on the document.
- 4Sign and date the entire Notice of Application.
- 5Submit the completed form and attachments to the appropriate Courts Service office (or via online portal).
- 6Keep a copy of the signed, submitted form for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only addresses removal under the specified Road Traffic Act provision; it does not cover all possible disqualifications.
- 2The outcome is not guaranteed upon submission; the Court must grant the application.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: The specific court jurisdiction accepting this notice is not listed on the title alone.
- 4It is a 'Notice of Application,' meaning you are asking for something, not stating it as a final decision.
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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 formal notice used when applying to lift a disqualification under Irish road traffic law. It specifically references Section 29(2) of the Road Traffic Act 1961, as updated by Section 7 of the 2006 Act.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the exact year of the Road Traffic Act update (2006) is cited.
- Check if there are any recent amendments to Section 29(2) that require a different sub-section reference.
- Verify the Courts Service stamp or official header matches the current template.
- Note any changes in required supporting documentation listed on the form itself.
- Confirm the designated court/jurisdiction section is up to date.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCAgency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 97.16
- SRCTitle Reference: Notice Of Application For The Removal Of Disqualification
- SRCLegislation Cited: Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 29(2) (As Substituted By Section 7 Of The Road Traffic Act 2006)
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific court handling jurisdiction.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Notice of Application' with a simple appeal letter; this form initiates the formal request process.
Not knowing which specific subsection (29(2)) applies to their personal disqualification reason.
Assuming filing it automatically removes the ban; you must wait for the Court order.
Using this form when the disqualification is minor and can be lifted administratively without a full court hearing.
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