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Form 23.12 – Order Varying / Discharge A Closure Order - Criminal Justice (Psychoactive Substance) Act 2010, Section 11
This form allows someone to change or completely end a Closure Order made under the Criminal Justice (Psychoactive Substance) Act 2010, specifically relating to Section 11. Use it when the original order needs modification or when you want the order officially removed.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 23.12 – Order Varying / Discharge A Closure Order - Criminal Justice (Psychoactive Substance) Act 2010, Section 11
This form allows someone to change or completely end a Closure Order made under the Criminal Justice (Psychoactive Substance) Act 2010, specifically relating to Section 11. Use it when the original order needs modification or when you want the order officially removed.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Always specify if you are Varying OR Discharging; don't leave it ambiguous.
- 2Failing to reference the exact Section 11 Closure Order number.
- 3Not clearly stating whether you are seeking a Variation or Discharge.
- 4Missing signature or date, invalidating the submission.
- 5Describing the change vaguely instead of precisely (e.g., 'make it better' vs. 'reduce frequency').
Plain English
If a court has placed an order about your use of psychoactive substances and that order needs tweaking or cancelling, this is the form for it. It deals with specific rules under the 2010 Act concerning these substance orders.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no universal deadline listed here, but submission must occur when the grounds for variation or discharge arise. Check your existing order documentation for specific timelines.
- 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 need to change details on an existing Closure Order (e.g., dates, conditions).
- You want the original Closure Order officially removed or discharged entirely.
- The order was made under Section 11 of the Criminal Justice (Psychoactive Substance) Act 2010.
- Use this when a simple amendment isn't enough and you need to alter the core terms.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Requesting an initial Closure Order
This is for *making* it, not changing/ending it.
✓ Check if your situation requires creation or modification.
Applying for a variation only
Use this if you don't need to discharge the entire order.
✓ Ensure you specify 'Varying' clearly.
Discharging an order only
Use this when the order is finished and needs removal.
✓ Confirm you are asking for full discharge.
Deadline or filing window
There is no universal deadline listed here, but submission must occur when the grounds for variation or discharge arise. Check your existing order documentation for specific timelines.
Before you submit
- 1Fill in all required boxes completely; do not leave them blank.
- 2Attach copies of the original Closure Order for reference.
- 3Provide clear reasons why the order needs varying or discharging.
- 4Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 5Ensure any case numbers are accurately transcribed from court documents.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form 23.12 fully.
- 2Gather supporting documentation (e.g., evidence of compliance).
- 3Submit the completed form to the relevant Court office in Ireland.
- 4Pay any required filing fee, if applicable (check local court rules).
- 5Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records.
Known limitations
- 1The form only addresses orders under Section 11; other sections require different forms.
- 2It does not guarantee the order will be granted or discharged—it is an application.
- 3Specific requirements regarding supporting documentation are not confirmed in official source.
- 4The process timeline varies depending on the specific Circuit/District Court.
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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 the standard document used to adjust or end a Closure Order made under the Psychoactive Substance Act 2010. It relates specifically to Section 11 of that Act.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check if the specific title (Order Varying / Discharge A Closure Order) matches your need.
- Verify that the reference to 'Criminal Justice (Psychoactive Substance) Act 2010, Section 11' is correct.
- Confirm the current version number listed on the form itself.
- Ensure you are not using an outdated template from a previous year.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: Form 23.12
- SRCAct Reference: Criminal Justice (Psychoactive Substance) Act 2010, Section 11
- SRCPurpose: To modify or remove a Closure Order.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Varying' with 'Discharging'; they are not always the same action.
Not providing the original order details makes it difficult for the Court to process.
Assuming this form covers *all* Psychoactive Substance Act orders (it is specific to Section 11).
Failing to clearly state whether you want a variation or full discharge.
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