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Form 23.4 – Statement Of Financial Circumstances - Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014 Section 7(4)
This is Form 23.4 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It serves as a formal Statement Of Financial Circumstances under the Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014, specifically referencing Section 7(4).
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 23.4 – Statement Of Financial Circumstances - Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014 Section 7(4)
This is Form 23.4 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It serves as a formal Statement Of Financial Circumstances under the Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014, specifically referencing Section 7(4).
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to attach documentation proving your financial status.
- 2Failing to provide supporting evidence (e.g., bank statements).
- 3Inaccurately stating your current monthly income.
- 4Missing the specific deadline set by the Court Order.
- 5Not declaring all sources of income or assets.
Plain English
You use this form when the Courts need to assess your financial situation regarding a fine you owe. It helps them decide how or if they can collect that money from you.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The specific deadline is set by the court issuing the request. Always check the accompanying court notice for exact dates.
- 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 must use this form when the Court requires proof of your finances regarding a fine.
- It is specifically linked to Section 7(4) of the Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014.
- Use this if you are struggling to pay a court-imposed fine.
- This statement helps the Courts Service decide on payment plans or recovery actions.
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General financial declaration for any fine
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Application for instalment plan only
If payment is the main goal, use this form
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Deadline or filing window
The specific deadline is set by the court issuing the request. Always check the accompanying court notice for exact dates.
Before you submit
- 1Fill in all required boxes completely, do not leave them blank.
- 2Write clearly and legibly (or ensure digital text is clear).
- 3Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 4Attach supporting documents (e.g., payslips, bank statements) if asked.
- 5Double-check that your name and fine reference number match exactly.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 23.4 thoroughly.
- 2Gather evidence to back up your financial claims.
- 3Submit the form to the relevant Court office (or via designated online portal).
- 4Keep a copy of the completed, signed form for your records.
- 5Note down the date and method of submission.
Known limitations
- 1This statement does not guarantee that payment will be accepted or that recovery action will stop.
- 2It only covers finances related to fines under the specified 2014 Act section.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: There might be specific court rules overriding this form's use.
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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 official Form 23.4 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It remains the standard document for stating your financial situation when dealing with fines under the Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date printed on Form 23.4.
- Confirm the specific reference to 'Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014 Section 7(4)' is present.
- Verify if any new sections regarding income sources have been added recently.
- Ensure the Courts Service of Ireland logo/identifier is current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 23.4
- SRCTitle: Statement Of Financial Circumstances - Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014 Section 7(4)
- SRCContext: Used for fine payment/recovery matters under the specified Act.
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with general income tax declarations (like those submitted to Revenue).
Not realizing that simply filling it out doesn't mean the fine is cancelled; it means circumstances are being explained.
Forgetting to attach evidence, thinking the statement alone is enough.
Using an old version of Form 23.4.
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