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Form 20.5 – Committal Warrant (Remand) - Bail Act 1997 (As Amended By Criminal Justice Act 2007)
This is Form 20.5, a Committal Warrant (Remand) related to the Bail Act 1997. It is used when someone needs to be held in custody pending their trial or hearing.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 20.5 – Committal Warrant (Remand) - Bail Act 1997 (As Amended By Criminal Justice Act 2007)
This is Form 20.5, a Committal Warrant (Remand) related to the Bail Act 1997. It is used when someone needs to be held in custody pending their trial or hearing.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that the specific section referencing the Criminal Justice Act 2007 amendments is correctly ticked or detailed.
- 2Omitting the correct section referencing the Bail Act 1997.
- 3Incorrectly identifying the jurisdiction/court where the remand applies.
- 4Failing to list the grounds for detention clearly.
- 5Submitting the form after the initial hearing date has passed.
Plain English
Simply put, this form tells the court that a person must stay detained (remanded). It confirms the legal basis for keeping them locked up while their case moves through the Irish justice system.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The form must be presented to the court as soon as the decision to remand is made. Check the specific hearing date for any immediate filing requirements.
- 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 when someone needs to be held in custody while waiting for a trial or hearing.
- It specifically relates to matters governed by the Bail Act 1997.
- This form incorporates amendments made under the Criminal Justice Act 2007.
- Do not use it if the issue is purely about bail conditions, but rather the formal decision to remand them.
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Use this form or another form?
Bail Application (General)
Used when applying for release, not issuing the warrant.
✓ Check if the warrant is being issued or requested.
Criminal Charge Statement
Provides background on the offence leading to the remand.
✓ Ensure this details the charge correctly.
Bail Summons (Specific)
If a specific summons dictates custody, use that instead.
✓ Verify if the warrant is automatic or discretionary.
Remand Order Form (General)
A broader term; check if 20.5 covers the exact type of remand needed.
✓ Confirm which body issued the order.
Deadline or filing window
The form must be presented to the court as soon as the decision to remand is made. Check the specific hearing date for any immediate filing requirements.
Before you submit
- 1All personal details of the person being remanded must be accurate.
- 2The specific court and jurisdiction details must match the issuing authority.
- 3Clearly state the reason or grounds for the remand (e.g., flight risk, public safety).
- 4Ensure dates for hearings or trials are filled in completely.
- 5Signatures of the relevant judicial officer(s) must be present.
- 6If applicable, attach supporting documentation like arrest reports.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all fields on Form 20.5 accurately using black ink.
- 2Have the form reviewed by the instructing solicitor or Garda before signing.
- 3Obtain the necessary judicial signatures and date stamps.
- 4Submit the fully completed document to the appropriate Court office.
- 5Keep a copy of the filed, stamped Form 20.5 for your records.
Known limitations
- 1This form itself does not guarantee release; it only confirms the decision to remand.
- 2The specific requirements can change based on the nature of the criminal offence.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: Whether this form supersedes older versions entirely without cross-reference is not specified here.
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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 is Form 20.5. It relates to the Bail Act 1997 and includes changes from the Criminal Justice Act 2007. This form is used for issuing a Committal Warrant for Remand.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check for any specific updates stemming from the Criminal Justice Act 2007 amendments.
- Verify that the form header still clearly cites the Bail Act 1997.
- Confirm if there are new sections added regarding sentencing or hearing dates.
- Ensure all required fields related to custody duration are current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: Form 20.5
- SRCGoverning Legislation: Bail Act 1997
- SRCAmendment Source: Criminal Justice Act 2007
- SRCPurpose: Committal Warrant (Remand)
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Remand' with 'Bail': Remand means being held; Bail means having conditions for release.
Not knowing which specific section applies if the remand is temporary vs. permanent.
Mistaking this form for a simple notification slip—it is the formal warrant.
Failing to include the correct statutory reference under the Bail Act 1997.
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