Application for an Interim Domestic Violence Order

What this form is for

• • Use when you need immediate protection from domestic violence
• • Use when a full hearing cannot be arranged quickly
• • Use when you have experienced recent threats or acts of violence
• • Use when you need temporary custody arrangements or possession orders
• • Do not use for non-domestic violence situations
• • Do not use for matters that can wait until a full court hearing

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There is no specific deadline for filing this form, but it should be submitted as soon as possible after an incident of domestic violence to ensure timely protection.

Before you submit

• • All sections of the form are completed
• • Specific examples of domestic violence incidents are provided
• • Current contact information for both parties is included
• • Any available evidence is attached or referenced
• • Form is signed and dated correctly
• • Copy of the form is kept for your records
• • Correct court location is identified

How to file this form

1. 1Obtain the correct form from the Courts Service website or local court office
2. 2Complete all sections with detailed information about the domestic violence
3. 3Gather supporting evidence such as photos, medical reports, or witness statements
4. 4Submit the completed form to the appropriate court office
5. 5Attend any required court hearings
6. 6Follow up with the court if you haven't received a response within a reasonable time

Known limitations

• • This form only provides temporary protection
• • The court may not grant the full protection requested
• • The respondent has the right to challenge the order
• • The order may not be enforceable outside of Ireland
• • The form does not address financial claims or property division