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Form 102.3 – Notice Of Application To State A Case - Summary Jurisdiction Act, 1857
This is a legal form used to apply to have a case stated for determination under the Summary Jurisdiction Act, 1857. It's typically used when a legal question needs clarification from a higher court during proceedings.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 102.3 – Notice Of Application To State A Case - Summary Jurisdiction Act, 1857
This is a legal form used to apply to have a case stated for determination under the Summary Jurisdiction Act, 1857. It's typically used when a legal question needs clarification from a higher court during proceedings.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to clearly state the specific legal question that needs determination.
- 2Incomplete information about the case
- 3Missing supporting documentation
- 4Incorrect legal citations
- 5Filing in the wrong court
Plain English
This form helps you ask a court to formally state a legal question for a higher court to decide. It's part of a process where judges can refer complex legal issues to be resolved by more senior courts.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Deadlines for this form are typically set by the court in the specific case, but generally must be filed when the legal issue arises during proceedings.
- 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 when a legal issue needs clarification from a higher court
- Use when a point of law is in dispute during proceedings
- Use when you want to have a case stated for determination
- Use when following procedures under the Summary Jurisdiction Act, 1857
- Do not use for routine court applications or appeals
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Deadline or filing window
Deadlines for this form are typically set by the court in the specific case, but generally must be filed when the legal issue arises during proceedings.
Before you submit
- 1All sections completed fully and accurately
- 2Supporting documents attached
- 3Correct court fees paid
- 4Copy provided to all parties involved
- 5Form signed by authorized person
- 6Verification that this is the correct form for your situation
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct form from the Courts Service
- 2Complete all sections with case details and legal question
- 3Prepare supporting documentation
- 4Submit to the appropriate court office
- 5Pay any required fees
- 6Serve copies on all parties
- 7Keep a copy for your records
Known limitations
- 1Only applies to cases under the Summary Jurisdiction Act, 1857
- 2Cannot be used for appeals or other legal procedures
- 3May require legal representation
- 4Subject to court rules and procedures
- 5May not be available for all case types
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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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- Check if recent legislation has affected this form
- Confirm court fees haven't changed
- Ensure contact details are up-to-date
- Check if electronic submission is now available
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm issued by Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCBased on Summary Jurisdiction Act, 1857
- SRCForm number: 102.3
- SRCPurpose: Notice of Application to State a Case
- SRCNot confirmed in official source if electronic submission is available
- SRCNot confirmed in official source for current fees
- SRCNot confirmed in official source for exact processing times
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with appeal forms
Uncertainty about what constitutes a proper 'case to be stated'
Not understanding the difference between stating a case and appealing
Difficulty identifying the specific legal question that needs stating
Confusion about which court has jurisdiction
Uncertainty about proper service on other parties
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