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Form 97.2 Notice Of Appeal To The District Court - Road Traffic Act, 1961 Section 33
This form is a formal Notice of Appeal specifically addressed to the District Court in Ireland. It relates directly to matters arising under Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act, 1961. Use this when you disagree with a decision made by an initial body regarding a road traffic matter.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 97.2 Notice Of Appeal To The District Court - Road Traffic Act, 1961 Section 33
This form is a formal Notice of Appeal specifically addressed to the District Court in Ireland. It relates directly to matters arising under Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act, 1961. Use this when you disagree with a decision made by an initial body regarding a road traffic matter.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to meet the deadline is the biggest risk; your appeal may be thrown out immediately.
- 2Incorrectly citing Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act, 1961
- 3Missing required signature or date fields
- 4Submitting to the wrong District Court location
- 5Failing to attach necessary supporting documents (if required)
Plain English
If you got a ticket or received a ruling related to driving offences under the Road Traffic Act, 1961, and you want to challenge it in the District Court, you use this form. It officially tells the court that you are appealing the original decision. This is your official notice of disagreement.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The official submission window must be strictly observed after receiving the initial ruling. Check the accompanying documentation for the precise number of days allowed.
- 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 must use this form when you disagree with a decision made under Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act, 1961.
- Use it specifically to appeal to the District Court level.
- Do not use this if your matter is outside the scope of Section 33 (e.g., general traffic fines).
- This form serves as the official 'Notice' that starts the appeal process.
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Use this form or another form?
Disagreement with a fine decided by Gardaí/Local Authority
This is the specific notice for Section 33 appeals to the District Court.
✓ Check if your original decision cited Sec 33.
Appeal going directly to Circuit Court (not District)
If you are appealing past the District level, check for a different form number.
✓ Confirm the exact court receiving the appeal.
Road Traffic matter outside of Section 33
You will need a different notice form that matches your specific section of the Act.
✓ Verify the original decision document's reference.
Appeal against a Driver Licence Suspension Order
While related, check if another dedicated traffic appeal form exists for suspensions.
✓ Look for 'Licence Appeal' on the Courts Service portal.
Deadline or filing window
The official submission window must be strictly observed after receiving the initial ruling. Check the accompanying documentation for the precise number of days allowed.
Before you submit
- 1Fill in all sections completely; leave nothing blank unless explicitly allowed.
- 2Use black ink for writing on the form.
- 3Ensure your full name and address are clearly written.
- 4Include a clear reference to the original decision date/case number.
- 5Sign and date the form where indicated (the signature is crucial).
- 6Attach copies of all relevant documents (e.g., the original fine notice) to the appeal.
How to file this form
- 1Complete the 97.2 form thoroughly using black ink.
- 2Gather supporting evidence and make copies of them.
- 3Address the envelope or submission clearly to 'The District Court'.
- 4File the completed form at your local District Court office, OR submit it online via the Courts Service portal (if available).
- 5Keep a dated copy of the filed form for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only initiates the appeal; it does not guarantee success.
- 2The deadline to file this notice is critical and must be met according to court rules (Not confirmed in official source).
- 3Filing electronically may require specific digital signatures or attachments.
- 4If you are appealing on behalf of a company, ensure the form lists the correct corporate name/CRO details.
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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 the current standard form for lodging an appeal to the District Court regarding a Road Traffic Act, 1961 Section 33 matter. Always check the Courts Service of Ireland website for the absolute latest revision date.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date stamp at the top of the document.
- Verify the specific reference to 'Road Traffic Act, 1961 Section 33'.
- Confirm the issuing authority is listed as the Courts Service of Ireland.
- Ensure there are no redlines or annotations from previous versions.
- Check if any required fields have been added or removed recently.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
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Sources
- SRCForm Name: 97.2 Notice Of Appeal To The District Court - Road Traffic Act, 1961 Section 33
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCPurpose: Formal notification to initiate an appeal in the District Court.
- SRCContext: Specific to disputes arising under Section 33 of the RT Act 1961.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Notice of Appeal' with the actual appeal submission; this form is just the notification.
Not including the original case number or fine reference on the 97.2 form.
Submitting it to the wrong court office (e.g., a Circuit Court when you should be at District).
Failing to sign and date the document, making it technically incomplete.
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