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Form 101.2 – Notice Of Appeal To The Circuit Court (Criminal Proceedings)
Form 101.2 is the official document used to initiate an appeal against a criminal court decision to the Circuit Court. It serves as the formal notice that you wish to challenge a lower court's ruling in a criminal case.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 101.2 – Notice Of Appeal To The Circuit Court (Criminal Proceedings)
Form 101.2 is the official document used to initiate an appeal against a criminal court decision to the Circuit Court. It serves as the formal notice that you wish to challenge a lower court's ruling in a criminal case.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Missing the appeal deadline is the most common mistake that can permanently forfeit your right to appeal.
- 2Missing the 14-day appeal deadline
- 3Not providing sufficient legal grounds for appeal
- 4Incorrectly identifying the original case details
- 5Failing to follow proper court procedures
Plain English
This form lets you tell the court that you disagree with a criminal case decision and want the Circuit Court to review it. It's the first step in starting an appeal process for criminal cases in Ireland.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Appeals must generally be filed within 14 days of the original decision, but this timeframe may vary depending on specific circumstances or court directions.
- 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 to appeal a decision from a lower court in a criminal case
- Only for appeals to the Circuit Court specifically
- Not for civil cases or appeals to higher courts like the High Court
- For new appeals only, not for continuing an existing appeal
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✓ Check if you've already filed an appeal
Deadline or filing window
Appeals must generally be filed within 14 days of the original decision, but this timeframe may vary depending on specific circumstances or court directions.
Before you submit
- 1All sections of the form are completed
- 2Case number and court details are accurate
- 3Grounds for appeal are clearly stated
- 4Form is signed and dated
- 5Copy of original decision is attached if required
- 6Fee payment is included if applicable
How to file this form
- 1Obtain a copy of Form 101.2 from the Courts Service
- 2Complete all sections with accurate case information
- 3State clear grounds for appeal
- 4Sign and date the form
- 5Submit to the appropriate court office by the deadline
- 6Keep a copy for your records
Known limitations
- 1This form only initiates the appeal process
- 2It does not guarantee the appeal will be successful
- 3Legal advice may be necessary for complex cases
- 4Time limits are strict and cannot usually be extended
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the form number matches Form 101.2
- Check that all sections are completed
- Ensure grounds for appeal are clearly stated
- Confirm the case details match your original case
- Verify the court address is current
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm issued by Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm number is 101.2
- SRCForm name is 'Notice Of Appeal To The Circuit Court (Criminal Proceedings)'
- SRCStandard appeal deadline is typically 14 days (not confirmed in official source)
- SRCForm initiates the appeal process to the Circuit Court
- SRCAppellants are typically defendants from the original case
Common confusion points
Confusing appeal deadlines with other court deadlines
Not understanding what constitutes valid grounds for appeal
Misidentifying which court to appeal to
Not realizing that some decisions cannot be appealed
Confusing criminal appeals with civil procedures
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