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Form 20.6 – Information - Bail Act 1997 Section 9(4)
This form is titled Form 20.6 and relates specifically to the Bail Act 1997, covering Section 9(4). It is used when providing required information under that section of the Bail Act.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 20.6 – Information - Bail Act 1997 Section 9(4)
This form is titled Form 20.6 and relates specifically to the Bail Act 1997, covering Section 9(4). It is used when providing required information under that section of the Bail Act.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that the specific Bail Act reference (Section 9(4)) is correctly noted.
- 2Failing to include the correct case number.
- 3Providing outdated personal details of the person bailed.
- 4Not clearly stating *what* information is being provided.
- 5Submitting it without a signature from an authorized party.
Plain English
Think of this as a formal update or declaration you give to the Courts Service about a bail matter. You use it when the law requires specific details regarding someone's bail status under the 1997 Act. It helps keep court records accurate.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The submission timing is event-driven; submit it as soon as the triggering event under Section 9(4) occurs. Check your court date for any specific deadlines.
- 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
- You must use this form when the Courts Service requires you to submit details specifically under Section 9(4) of the Bail Act 1997.
- Use it when answering a court request related to bail conditions or status that falls under that specific section.
- It is not a general bail application, but rather an 'Information' submission supporting a case already in motion.
- If your situation relates to another part of the Bail Act 1997 (e.g., Section 9(2)), check if Form 20.6 is the correct attachment.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
General Bail Application
Use this form only when specifically directed by a court order referencing S.9(4).
✓ Check the accompanying court notice.
Bail Review Request
If you are asking to change existing bail terms, check if a dedicated review form is required alongside 20.6.
✓ See the specific court direction.
Failing Bail Application
This covers initial applications; use 20.6 when providing supplementary facts about an already granted or pending bail status.
✓ Confirm if you are applying anew or informing on an existing matter.
Deadline or filing window
The submission timing is event-driven; submit it as soon as the triggering event under Section 9(4) occurs. Check your court date for any specific deadlines.
Before you submit
- 1Fill out all mandatory fields clearly and completely (look for asterisks *).
- 2Use black ink only when filling in the form manually.
- 3Ensure the name and address match official records held by the Courts Service of Ireland.
- 4Attach copies of any documents referenced on Form 20.6 (e.g., previous court orders, police reports).
- 5Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 6If submitting digitally, ensure all fields are populated in the online portal.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required sections of Form 20.6 accurately.
- 2Gather all supporting evidence related to Section 9(4) of the Bail Act 1997.
- 3Sign and date the form, ensuring your full name is legible.
- 4Submit the physical copy to the relevant Courts Service office or via the designated online portal.
- 5Keep a dated photocopy or digital scan for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form does not replace the need for a formal court hearing; it is supplementary information.
- 2The specific requirements of Section 9(4) can vary depending on the case type (e.g., criminal vs. civil).
- 3Not confirmed in official source: The precise deadline for submission is not detailed on the form itself.
- 4If submitting to a different jurisdiction within Ireland, check if local variation exists.
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Compact field-by-field guide
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 20.6, relating to the Bail Act 1997, Section 9(4). It remains a standard form used for providing specific required information under that section.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the header date to ensure it matches the current court requirement.
- Verify if there have been recent updates regarding required supporting documentation fields.
- Confirm the exact wording of Section 9(4) in the Bail Act 1997 you are responding to.
- Ensure any specific reference numbers provided by your local Circuit Court or District Court are correctly transcribed.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 20.6
- SRCGoverning Legislation: Bail Act 1997
- SRCSpecific Reference: Section 9(4) of the Bail Act 1997
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: The specific title/name of the court where this form is primarily used.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Information' submission (20.6) with a formal 'Application' for bail.
Not knowing *which* Section 9(4) applies—the context of your case dictates this.
Assuming the form is automatically filed; you must actively submit it to the right court.
Using abbreviations incorrectly when describing the facts or circumstances.
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