Form 21.8 – Notice of application - Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008, s.62(1) - s.67(2) - s.73(1) - s.77(1)

What this form is for

• • You need this form when making a formal request for mutual legal assistance to be processed by Irish courts.
• • Use it if your application falls under section s.62(1), s.67(2), s.73(1), or s.77(1) of the 2008 Act.
• • This is used when requesting assistance from another jurisdiction, not for general court filings (like a civil claim).

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There is no universal deadline listed here; submission timing depends on when the need for mutual assistance arises in your case.

Before you submit

• • All required fields on Form 21.8 are completed (no blanks).
• • The application clearly states which specific section(s) of the Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008 you are relying on.
• • You have attached all necessary supporting documentation referenced in the form instructions.
• • Your contact details and those of the requesting party/jurisdiction are accurate.
• • The application is signed or digitally attested by an authorised person.

How to file this form

1. 1Complete Form 21.8 thoroughly using clear, concise language.
2. 2Gather all evidence supporting your need for mutual assistance.
3. 3Address the form to the correct court/department within the Courts Service of Ireland.
4. 4Submit the physical form and documents via the designated channel (e.g., mail or in-person drop-off).
5. 5If submitting electronically, ensure it is uploaded correctly to the relevant online portal.

Known limitations

• • This form itself does not guarantee that assistance will be granted; it only initiates the application.
• • The required supporting documentation list might vary based on which specific section of the Act you are applying under (e.g., s.67(2) may require different proof than s.73(1)).
• • Not confirmed in official source: The exact processing time is not stated on this form alone.