Form 18.2A – Bail Recognisance - Bail Act 1997, Sections 5 And 6 Criminal Justice Act 2006, Section 99(9)
This form is a bail recognizance used in Irish courts when someone is granted bail. It's a formal promise to appear in court and comply with bail conditions as set by the judge.
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Form 18.2A – Bail Recognisance - Bail Act 1997, Sections 5 And 6 Criminal Justice Act 2006, Section 99(9)
This form is a bail recognizance used in Irish courts when someone is granted bail. It's a formal promise to appear in court and comply with bail conditions as set by the judge.
Risk Radar
- The most common mistake is not fully understanding all bail conditions before signing the recognizance.
- Providing incorrect personal details
- Not understanding all bail conditions
- Failing to sign in the proper manner
- Missing required surety information
Plain English
This form is essentially a legal promise you make to the court when you're released on bail. By signing it, you're agreeing to come back to court when required and follow all the conditions the judge sets for your release.
Submission Date
- The form must be completed and signed at the time bail is granted, which typically happens immediately following a bail hearing or decision. There is no separate filing deadline beyond the court proceeding where bail is granted.
- 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
- • When you're being granted bail by an Irish court
- • When you need to formally promise to appear in court
- • When you must acknowledge acceptance of bail conditions
- • When a surety is required to guarantee your compliance
- • When you're released from custody pending trial
Use this form or another form?
| Situation | Likely form | Why it matters | Check before you continue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard bail application | Form 18.1 | For initial bail requests | Check if you're applying for bail or just confirming conditions |
| Bail variation application | Form 18.3 | To change existing bail terms | Check if you need to modify current bail conditions |
| Bail refusal appeal | Form 18.4 | If bail was initially denied | Check if you're appealing a court's decision to refuse bail |
| Surety application | Form 18.5 | When someone else is guaranteeing your bail | Check if a third party is providing financial guarantee |
| Revocation of bail | Form 18.6 | If bail conditions are being challenged | Check if authorities are seeking to cancel your bail |
Deadline or filing window
The form must be completed and signed at the time bail is granted, which typically happens immediately following a bail hearing or decision. There is no separate filing deadline beyond the court proceeding where bail is granted.
Before you submit
- • All personal details are complete and accurate
- • All bail conditions are clearly understood
- • Form is signed in the proper places
- • A copy has been kept for personal records
- • Any required surety information has been provided
- • Court staff have confirmed the form is properly completed
- • Any required fees have been paid
How to file this form
- 1Attend the bail hearing at the appropriate court
- 2Receive the Form 18.2A from court staff
- 3Complete all required personal information fields
- 4Read and acknowledge understanding of all bail conditions
- 5Sign the form in the presence of court officials
- 6Submit the completed form to the court registrar
- 7Obtain a copy of the signed form for your records
Known limitations
- • This form only applies to bail proceedings in Irish courts
- • It does not apply to immigration or asylum-related bail matters
- • The form cannot be used to appeal a bail decision
- • Electronic submission may not be accepted in all courts
- • The form must be completed in accordance with current bail legislation
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This form is currently in use as part of Irish bail proceedings under the Bail Act 1997 and Criminal Justice Act 2006. No recent changes to the form have been confirmed.
Agency: Courts Service of Ireland
What changed or needs a fresh check
- • Verify that the form references the Bail Act 1997 and Criminal Justice Act 2006
- • Check that court address and contact information are current
- • Ensure all signature sections are present and properly formatted
- • Confirm that the form includes space for all required personal details
- • Verify that the bail conditions section matches current court procedures
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Agency
- Courts Service of Ireland
- Category
- Other Court Forms
- Source
- Court Forms ↗
- Revision Date
- 17/10/25
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Form 18.2A – Bail Recognisance - Bail Act 1997, Sections 5 And 6 Criminal Justice Act 2006, Section 99(9)
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After you file
- • Keep a copy of the signed bail recognizance in a safe place
- • Note all court dates mentioned in the bail conditions
- • Follow all conditions exactly as specified
- • Inform your solicitor of any changes in circumstances
- • Contact your solicitor immediately if you cannot comply with any condition
- • Attend all court appearances as required
Source and verification log
- • Form issued by Courts Service of Ireland (confirmed in form name)
- • Based on Bail Act 1997 (confirmed in form name)
- • References Criminal Justice Act 2006 (confirmed in form name)
- • Used for bail proceedings (inferred from form name and legal basis)
- • Requires defendant signature (standard for recognizance forms)
- • May require surety signature (common in bail recognizances)
- • Contains bail conditions (standard for bail recognizance forms)
- • Not confirmed in official source: Current version number or most recent update date
Common confusion points
7 things to watch for
- 1
Confusing bail conditions with sentencing requirements
- 2
Not understanding the difference between signing as defendant vs. surety
- 3
Assuming the form can be modified after signing without court approval
- 4
Believing that signing the form means you've admitted guilt
- 5
Not realizing that failure to appear can lead to arrest warrant
- 6
Misunderstanding the consequences of violating bail conditions
- 7
Confusing this recognizance form with other court documents
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