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Form 97.7 Order On Appeal - Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 33(5)(A)

This form is an 'Order On Appeal' related specifically to the Road Traffic Act 1961, under Section 33(5)(A). You use it when you need a formal court order regarding an appeal made under this specific section of the traffic law.

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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 97.7 Order On Appeal - Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 33(5)(A)

This form is an 'Order On Appeal' related specifically to the Road Traffic Act 1961, under Section 33(5)(A). You use it when you need a formal court order regarding an appeal made under this specific section of the traffic law.

The form captures details about the original traffic offence, the nature of the appeal, and what specific order you are asking the Court to make.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1Do not forget to specify Section 33(5)(A) on the appeal itself; otherwise, the court may misfile it.
  • 2Failing to reference Section 33(5)(A) specifically
  • 3Incorrectly identifying the original traffic offence details
  • 4Missing the required signature or date fields
  • 5Submitting it to the wrong local court office

Plain English

Think of this as asking the Court for official permission or direction about a traffic case that has been appealed. The form confirms what decision or action should be taken following your appeal against a road traffic matter in Ireland. It directs how the court should proceed with your case.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: The specific deadline is not confirmed in official source, but generally, this order must be filed promptly after lodging the initial appeal.
  • 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 a specific court ruling concerning an appeal made under Road Traffic Act 1961, Section 33(5)(A).
  • This is used when you are not simply lodging the appeal itself, but requesting the formal 'Order' resulting from that appeal.
  • Use this form after the hearing or decision has been made, if you need a certified copy of the order.
  • It applies specifically to matters governed by Section 33(5)(A) of the Road Traffic Act 1961. (Not confirmed in official source regarding other sections).

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Lodging an initial appeal

Use this if you are starting the process, not finalizing the order.

✓ Check the Courts Service website for the exact current appeal form number.

Form 97.X (or similar)

General Traffic Appeal Order

If your case falls under a different section of the Act.

✓ Confirm the specific Section in your original documentation.

Form 97.Y

Application to Amend Appeal

Use this if you need to change details *before* the order is finalized.

✓ Verify if an amendment application was already lodged.

Not confirmed in official source

Deadline or filing window

The specific deadline is not confirmed in official source, but generally, this order must be filed promptly after lodging the initial appeal.

Before you submit

  1. 1Fill in all sections completely; do not leave blanks unless clearly marked 'N/A'.
  2. 2Attach copies of the original appeal documentation.
  3. 3Include a copy of the decision or hearing notice you are appealing against.
  4. 4Ensure the case number matches the file held by the Courts Service.
  5. 5Sign and date the form where indicated.
  6. 6Pay the required court fee (check current rates).

How to file this form

  1. 1Complete Form 97.7 thoroughly using black ink.
  2. 2Gather all relevant supporting documents related to your traffic appeal.
  3. 3Submit the form and attachments to the appropriate Court Office in Ireland.
  4. 4Ensure you receive a stamped acknowledgement or file receipt.
  5. 5Keep a copy of the fully submitted package for your records.

Known limitations

  1. 1This form only covers appeals under Section 33(5)(A); other sections require different forms.
  2. 2The required fee amount is subject to change by the Courts Service (check current rates).
  3. 3It does not guarantee the appeal will be successful; it only requests the formal order.
  4. 4Not confirmed in official source if this form can be submitted electronically via a specific portal.

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6 fields

Proceedings

3 items

Title of Proceedings

The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.

Requiredtext
Record Number

The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.

Requiredtext
Court and Office

The court and the office where the document is being filed.

Requiredtext

Substance

2 items

Relief or Information Sought

What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.

Requiredtext
Grounds and Exhibits

The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.

text

Execution

1 items

Signature, Jurat or Service Details

Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.

Requiredsignature
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Current form status
COURTS

This form remains the standard document for seeking a formal court order related to a Road Traffic Act 1961 appeal under Section 33(5)(A). Check the Courts Service of Ireland website for any recent updates.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Check for any changes to the required supporting documentation list.
  • Confirm the current date/year reference on the form itself.
  • Verify if there are new specific fields related to CRO or ROS cross-references (if applicable).
  • Ensure the prescribed fee amount is still correct as per the Courts Service tariff.

Quick Facts

Anyone involved in a road traffic appeal covered by Section 33(5)(A) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 needs to use this form.
The form captures details about the original traffic offence, the nature of the appeal, and what specific order you are asking the Court to make.
Submit this when an appeal under Section 33(5)(A) has been lodged and a formal ruling or direction from the court is required.
Submission details are not confirmed in official source, but it will be directed to the relevant Courts Service of Ireland office handling the case.
Submitting this correctly ensures the Court acts on your appeal as intended. Errors can cause delays or result in an order that doesn't match what you need.
First, ensure all details from the original traffic fine/notice are accurate. Then, clearly state in the form exactly what Order 33(5)(A) should grant. Finally, sign and date the document according to the Courts Service guidelines.

Form Details

Revision date
23/10/25

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Sources

  • SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
  • SRCForm Name: Order On Appeal - Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 33(5)(A)
  • SRCLegal Basis: Road Traffic Act 1961
  • SRCSpecific Provision: Section 33(5)(A)

Common confusion points

Confusing 'Order' vs. 'Appeal': The form requests the *document* of the Order, not just stating you appealed.

Which court office? You must file it where your original traffic matter was heard.

Using this form when you are still waiting for a decision (use an initial application instead).

Not knowing which specific subsection within 33(5) applies to your case.

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