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Form 18.7 – Warrant To Produce Accused
Form 18.7 is a Warrant To Produce Accused issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It formally requests that an individual accused in court be brought before the relevant judicial body.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 18.7 – Warrant To Produce Accused
Form 18.7 is a Warrant To Produce Accused issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It formally requests that an individual accused in court be brought before the relevant judicial body.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that the Case Number matches the official court file exactly.
- 2Missing the accused person's PPSN (Personal Public Service Number)
- 3Incorrectly stating the specific Court location
- 4Failing to attach necessary supporting documentation
- 5Not specifying the exact reason for production
Plain English
Simply put, this form tells the courts someone needs to show up. You use it when you need a judge or court official to officially order an accused person to appear at a hearing or trial. It's how you make sure they don't just skip town.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The timing is usually dictated by when the hearing is scheduled. Submit it well in advance of the required appearance date to allow processing time.
- 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 need a judge or court officer to physically bring an accused person forward.
- Use this when the accused is not already present in the courtroom.
- It is used specifically for producing an 'accused' (not just any defendant/witness).
- This form initiates the official judicial request process.
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Use this form or another form?
Requesting a specific witness to attend
If you need someone else present, use their dedicated warrant form
✓ Ensure the name matches exactly.
Applying for bail conditions
Courts Service uses various forms depending on the application type
✓ Check if your request is a 'Warrant to Produce' or a 'Bail Application'.
Serving a summons notice
If you are notifying them *before* demanding their appearance, use this instead
✓ Confirm the purpose of the notification.
Requesting a specific hearing date
A separate application might be needed alongside the warrant
✓ Make sure the date requested is feasible.
Deadline or filing window
The timing is usually dictated by when the hearing is scheduled. Submit it well in advance of the required appearance date to allow processing time.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all sections requiring information are filled out completely.
- 2Verify that the name of the accused is spelled correctly on the form.
- 3Confirm the specific court/jurisdiction where the person needs to appear.
- 4Attach any supporting documentation (e.g., arrest report, charge sheet).
- 5Double-check the date the warrant is being issued.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on Form 18.7 clearly and legibly.
- 2Sign the form according to your role (e.g., Prosecuting Solicitor).
- 3Attach supporting documentation proving why the warrant is necessary.
- 4Submit the completed package to the designated Courts Service office or via the online portal.
- 5Keep a copy of the fully executed form for your records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only *requests* production; it does not guarantee the accused will be produced immediately.
- 2The specific court receiving the warrant must match the jurisdiction listed on the form.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: The validity period (how long the request is active) is not specified here, check instructions.
- 4If submitted late, there may be delays depending on the Court's backlog.
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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 Form 18.7 is the standard document used to formally request an accused person be brought before a court. Its validity rests on proper signing and submission to the relevant Courts Service of Ireland office.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the revision number printed on the form itself.
- Verify if there are any new mandatory fields added recently (e.g., specific reference codes).
- Confirm the required signature authority (who must sign it: Police Sergeant, Prosecutor, etc.).
- Look for updates regarding digital submission requirements via the Courts Service portal.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 17/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm Number: Form 18.7
- SRCPurpose: Warrant To Produce Accused
- SRCContext: Formal judicial request for appearance.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific required submission methods (e.g., email vs physical drop-off).
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Accused' with 'Defendant': While often interchangeable, 'Accused' fits the warrant request perfectly.
Not knowing which Court to address: You must know the specific court hearing/jurisdiction.
Submitting it too early: If the accused is already booked for a date, you might just need a notification letter instead.
Missing the signature line: A form without the correct authorizing signature is often rejected immediately.
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