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Form 23.3 – Notice To Attend Court - Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014, Section 7(4) / 11(3) / 16(4)
This form serves as a formal notification issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically relates to actions taken under the Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014. You use it when court action is being taken regarding fines.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 23.3 – Notice To Attend Court - Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014, Section 7(4) / 11(3) / 16(4)
This form serves as a formal notification issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically relates to actions taken under the Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014. You use it when court action is being taken regarding fines.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not ignore the notice; missing the attendance date is a major risk.
- 2Attending the wrong court/date
- 3Misstating the fine amount owed
- 4Failing to acknowledge receipt of the notice
- 5Incorrectly citing the Act section (7(4) vs 16(4))
Plain English
Think of this as an official 'Heads Up' letter from the Irish Courts. It tells you that a fine issue is moving forward, referencing specific sections of the Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014. This notice requires you to attend court proceedings related to paying or recovering a penalty.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The deadline to attend is set by the date listed on Form 23.3 itself. Always check if there are specific deadlines for payment mentioned alongside the attendance requirement.
- 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 court action targets a fine payment or recovery.
- It is specifically required for notices related to Section 7(4), 11(3), or 16(4) of the Act.
- Use this instead of a general summons if the notice relates directly to fine recovery procedures.
- This form signals that the Courts Service is actively pursuing payment under the specified sections.
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Use this form or another form?
General Court Summons
If the action isn't strictly about recovering a fine, use this one.
✓ Check if the notice specifies 'Fines Recovery'.
Notice of Default Judgment
Use this if the fine has already gone unpaid and judgment was entered.
✓ Ensure the notice mentions default proceedings.
Warrant for Fine Payment
If a physical warrant is required to enforce payment, use this instead of just the Notice.
✓ Confirm if enforcement action is imminent.
Deadline or filing window
The deadline to attend is set by the date listed on Form 23.3 itself. Always check if there are specific deadlines for payment mentioned alongside the attendance requirement.
Before you submit
- 1All required fields (Name, Address, Fine Amount) must be fully completed.
- 2The date the notice is issued must be accurately filled in.
- 3If serving multiple parties, ensure all names are spelled correctly.
- 4Verify that the specific section of the Fines Act being invoked matches the case details.
- 5Signatures authorizing the issuance must be present (Courts Service personnel).
- 6Check for any pre-printed reference numbers from the relevant court.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 23.3 clearly and legibly.
- 2Obtain necessary authorizing signatures from the Courts Service staff.
- 3Attach supporting documentation, such as the original fine order or judgment.
- 4Submit the completed form to the relevant Court Office handling the case.
- 5Retain a signed copy of Form 23.3 for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1The form itself does not guarantee payment; it only notifies that recovery action is being taken.
- 2Not confirmed in official source: It does not specify which court jurisdiction this notice applies to without further context.
- 3If the fine relates to a specific CRO filing, another document might be required alongside Form 23.3.
- 4The validity of the notice depends on proper service according to Irish rules.
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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 a formal notice from the Courts Service of Ireland concerning fines under the Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014. It remains the primary document for notifying parties about specific recovery actions.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date printed on the form against the current month.
- Verify that the specific Act sections (7(4), 11(3), or 16(4)) are correctly listed.
- Confirm the Courts Service of Ireland branding is present and clear.
- Ensure space is allocated for payment details relevant to fine recovery.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm Number: Form 23.3
- SRCGoverning Legislation: Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014
- SRCSpecific Sections Cited: Section 7(4), Section 11(3), Section 16(4)
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: The exact purpose of each section citation is not detailed on the form itself.
Common confusion points
Confusing it with a simple fine invoice; this notice means legal action follows.
Not realizing that filing this doesn't mean the case is closed—it just starts recovery proceedings.
Mistaking which section (7(4), 11(3), or 16(4)) applies to your specific fine.
Assuming payment automatically stops all court action; further steps might be required.
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