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Form 23.1 – Notice To Attend Court - Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014, Section 5(5)
This form officially notifies someone that they must appear in court. It relates specifically to fines under the Payment And Recovery Act 2014, Section 5(5). You use it when a fine needs formal attention or recovery action.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 23.1 – Notice To Attend Court - Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014, Section 5(5)
This form officially notifies someone that they must appear in court. It relates specifically to fines under the Payment And Recovery Act 2014, Section 5(5). You use it when a fine needs formal attention or recovery action.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not miss the stated court date; failure to attend is a major issue.
- 2Missing the specified Court Date
- 3Incorrectly stating the fine amount owed
- 4Failing to include the relevant Case Reference Number
- 5Submitting it to the wrong local court office
Plain English
Think of this as an official summons from the Irish courts about a fine you owe. It tells you exactly when and where you need to show up. This is part of the rules governing how fines are paid and chased in Ireland.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The deadline for action starts upon receipt of this notice. Check the form itself for specific payment or response windows.
- 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 a fine needs official court attention under the specified Act.
- It serves as the notice that compels someone to attend a hearing.
- Choose this form if the fine is being managed via the Payment And Recovery Act 2014, Section 5(5).
- Do not use this for general traffic fines unless they fall specifically under S.5(5).
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Fine dispute not related to P&R Act
This form is specific to the Act's recovery process
✓ Check if your fine notice mentions Section 5(5)
Simple payment reminder
A simpler letter might suffice for basic collection
✓ Confirm the required formality level
Application to appeal a fine
If you are challenging the fine, this is often the initial attendance notice
✓ Check if your case requires an appearance date
Deadline or filing window
The deadline for action starts upon receipt of this notice. Check the form itself for specific payment or response windows.
Before you submit
- 1All required parties (debtor/defendant) are correctly named.
- 2The specific fine amount and penalty date are accurate.
- 3The court location where attendance is required is correct.
- 4The designated hearing date and time are clearly stated.
- 5Your contact details for the attending party are complete.
How to file this form
- 1Fill out all sections of Form 23.1 completely and legibly.
- 2Sign and date the form in the designated signature block.
- 3Submit the completed form to the relevant Court office (Courts Service).
- 4Keep a copy of the signed, dated form for your own records.
- 5If submitting digitally, ensure you receive a confirmation receipt.
Known limitations
- 1This notice only relates to fines under Section 5(5) of the Act; other types of court matters need different forms.
- 2The form does not guarantee that attendance will resolve the fine; it only mandates appearance.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: It doesn't specify which specific local district court must receive it.
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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 form is the formal notification required by the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically relates to fines handled under Section 5(5) of the Payment And Recovery Act 2014.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the specific year/date printed on the form for currency.
- Verify that 'Form 23.1' is clearly marked at the top.
- Ensure the reference to 'Payment And Recovery Act 2014, Section 5(5)' matches your case.
- Confirm if there are any new fields added regarding digital service addresses.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: Form 23.1
- SRCGoverning Legislation: Payment And Recovery Act 2014
- SRCSpecific Section Cited: Section 5(5)
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with a simple 'Notice of Fine' (it requires attendance).
Mistaking the Act reference; many fines are under other sections.
Not knowing *who* needs to attend—the debtor, an agent, or both.
Assuming filing it automatically clears the debt without payment.
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