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Form 23.13 – Notice Of Intention To Rely On Allegation That The Commission Of The Offence (Other Than An Offence Under S. 65(2)) Was Due To Reliance On Information Supplied By Another Person Or To The Act Or Default Of Another Person
This form notifies the Courts Service that a party intends to argue a specific point in court. This applies when an offence was committed because someone else gave information or acted (or failed to act). It is used for offences not covered under Section 65(2) of relevant legislation.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 23.13 – Notice Of Intention To Rely On Allegation That The Commission Of The Offence (Other Than An Offence Under S. 65(2)) Was Due To Reliance On Information Supplied By Another Person Or To The Act Or Default Of Another Person
This form notifies the Courts Service that a party intends to argue a specific point in court. This applies when an offence was committed because someone else gave information or acted (or failed to act). It is used for offences not covered under Section 65(2) of relevant legislation.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to specify if the reliance is due to information supplied OR an act/default.
- 2Failing to identify the specific offence correctly.
- 3Not clearly stating whether reliance is on information or action/default.
- 4Submitting too late, after the trial has started.
- 5Incorrectly naming the relying party.
Plain English
Simply put, this form tells the court you aren't just blaming yourself for a crime. You are saying that another person’s actions—or lack thereof—caused the offence. This notice sets out your defence strategy early on.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The form must be submitted before the hearing date if you wish that defence to be considered. Check the specific case management directions for the exact cut-off.
- 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 form when an offence was committed, but it wasn't specifically under Section 65(2).
- It is used when your argument centres on someone else providing information for the crime.
- Alternatively, use it if the offence happened because another person acted or failed to act (their 'default').
- This notice alerts the court before you start arguing in detail.
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Use this form or another form?
Offence under S. 65(2)
You need a different form for that specific section argument.
✓ Check if your offence fits S. 65(2).
Form 23.13 (but note the exclusion)
General defence notice (no reliance issue)
This covers general defences not related to another person's actions.
✓ Read the header carefully.
Likely another Notice of Intention
Filing a formal plea/defence statement
This form is just the *notice* that you intend to rely on this specific allegation.
✓ Confirm if your court requires a notice first.
Not confirmed in official source
Not confirmed in official source
✓ Check the Courts Service website for related forms.
Deadline or filing window
The form must be submitted before the hearing date if you wish that defence to be considered. Check the specific case management directions for the exact cut-off.
Before you submit
- 1Fill in all mandatory fields completely (no blanks if possible).
- 2Clearly state *who* supplied the information or *who* acted/defaulted.
- 3Ensure the offence cited is definitely NOT an offence under S. 65(2).
- 4Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 5Double-check that your client's name and case number are correct.
- 6Verify the court details match the location where you are filing.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 23.13 accurately.
- 2Sign and date the form in the designated area.
- 3File the completed form with the relevant Circuit or District Court Office.
- 4If electronic, upload the PDF/document via the specified Courts Service portal.
- 5Keep a copy of the filed form for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only notifies intent; it is not the full defence argument itself.
- 2The specific requirements change depending on the legislation under which the offence falls.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: It does not specify if this notice must be filed before or after the initial plea.
- 4It applies to offences *other than* those specifically covered by S. 65(2).
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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 23.13 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It serves to formally tell the court you plan to argue a specific defence point.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date of issue or revision printed on the form itself.
- Verify if there are any specific instructions listed under 'Notes' at the bottom.
- Ensure you have correctly identified the relevant section of the Act (other than S. 65(2)).
- Confirm whether this version requires digital filing through a specific portal.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland.
- SRCForm Number: Form 23.13.
- SRCPurpose: To notify intention to rely on reliance/action defence.
- SRCKey Exclusion: Offences under Section 65(2).
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific court filing deadlines for this form.
Common confusion points
Mistaking this form for a general defence statement; remember it's just the 'notice of intention'.
Forgetting to specify whether the offence was due to 'information supplied' or 'act/default'.
Assuming that because an offence is related to another person, S. 65(2) automatically applies (it might not).
Not knowing which specific Act the offence belongs to, making it hard to reference.
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