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Form 97.9 Order On Appeal (Refusal) - Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 33
This form is an 'Order On Appeal' specifically related to a refusal under the Road Traffic Act 1961, Section 33. You use it when you are formally appealing a decision or order that has been refused by the courts regarding road traffic matters.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 97.9 Order On Appeal (Refusal) - Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 33
This form is an 'Order On Appeal' specifically related to a refusal under the Road Traffic Act 1961, Section 33. You use it when you are formally appealing a decision or order that has been refused by the courts regarding road traffic matters.
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Scan points- 1Do not submit without explicitly stating the desired 'Order' you are appealing against.
- 2Failing to cite Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 33
- 3Not clearly stating the grounds of appeal
- 4Submitting too late after the refusal date
- 5Missing required case number details
Plain English
Think of this as your official appeal paperwork for traffic issues in Ireland. If a court says 'no' to your request under Section 33, you use Form 97.9 to challenge that refusal. It tells the court what you want them to do instead.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The deadline is dictated by the specific traffic matter; always check the refusal documentation for the exact submission window.
- 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 you are appealing a decision that was refused by the courts.
- The appeal must relate directly to matters covered under the Road Traffic Act 1961, Section 33.
- You need this form after an initial application or order related to road traffic has been turned down.
- This is used when you want a higher court (or designated body) to review a refusal decision.
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Use this form or another form?
Appealing a general Traffic Fine
If the appeal isn't strictly about Section 33 refusal, use this one.
✓ Check if your initial notice mentioned Sec 33.
Applying for an Order without appealing yet
Use this to ask for something before a decision is refused.
✓ See the specific wording of the original court order.
Form 97.2 (Not confirmed in official source)
Appealing a different Road Traffic Act section
If it's not Sec 33, but still road traffic related, check the number.
✓ Ensure the form clearly references Section 33 in the title/body.
General Civil Appeal Order
For appeals outside of pure Road Traffic Act matters.
✓ Confirm the matter falls under the scope of the RT Act 1961.
Form 97.A (Not confirmed in official source)
Deadline or filing window
The deadline is dictated by the specific traffic matter; always check the refusal documentation for the exact submission window.
Before you submit
- 1Fill in all sections completely; do not leave blanks if possible.
- 2Attach a copy of the original decision/order that was refused.
- 3Clearly state *why* you believe the initial refusal was incorrect.
- 4Ensure your full name and address are accurate for correspondence.
- 5Include the reference number from the original court file.
- 6Sign and date the form in the designated signature box.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form 97.9 thoroughly using black ink.
- 2Gather all supporting documentation (e.g., previous hearing dates, evidence).
- 3Submit the completed form to the relevant Courts Service office or via the online portal.
- 4If submitting in person, ask for a dated receipt stamp.
- 5Keep a copy of the entire package for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only addresses appeals stemming from a *refusal* under Section 33; it is not for initial applications.
- 2The specific court or jurisdiction accepting the appeal must be determined based on where the original refusal occurred (Not confirmed in official source).
- 3Submitting this form does not guarantee success, only that you have formally appealed.
- 4If the matter relates to a fine issued via Revenue Online Service, check if CRO forms are also required.
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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 Form 97.9. It serves as a formal Order On Appeal specifically concerning a refusal under the Road Traffic Act 1961, Section 33. Check the Courts Service of Ireland website for the most current version details.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check if the form number is definitively 97.9.
- Verify that 'Road Traffic Act 1961 Section 33' is listed on the title page.
- Confirm the issuing body header reads 'Courts Service of Ireland'.
- Look for any revision date or version number printed at the bottom.
- Ensure there are no outdated references to old court procedures.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm Number: 97.9
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCAct Reference: Road Traffic Act 1961
- SRCSpecific Section Referenced: Section 33
- SRCPurpose: Order On Appeal (Refusal)
Common confusion points
Confusing it with an application *for* Section 33, rather than appealing a refusal *under* it.
Not attaching the original decision document that was refused.
Failing to specify which court made the initial refusal.
Using this form when you are simply asking for a review without formally lodging an appeal.
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