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Form 23.8 – Attachment Order - Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014, Section 14
This is Form 23.8, an Attachment Order related to the Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014, specifically under Section 14. It is used when someone needs a court order to attach assets because a fine has not been paid.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 23.8 – Attachment Order - Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014, Section 14
This is Form 23.8, an Attachment Order related to the Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014, specifically under Section 14. It is used when someone needs a court order to attach assets because a fine has not been paid.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Ensure the Fine Reference Number cited matches exactly with the original Court fine notice.
- 2Not citing the correct Section 14 of the 2014 Act
- 3Failing to specify *what* asset is attached (e.g., salary vs. bank account)
- 4Incorrectly stating the amount owed (must match the fine notice)
- 5Submitting without a clear request for the formal Court Order
Plain English
Think of this form as asking the Court for permission to take action against someone's money or property. You use it when a fine issued under the 2014 Act remains unpaid. This formalizes the process of 'attachment' so you can recover the debt.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no fixed universal deadline listed in the title alone, but submission should happen promptly after the fine becomes overdue under the 2014 Act.
- 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 this form when a fine has been issued and unpaid.
- Use it specifically to obtain an Attachment Order under Section 14 of the Fines Act 2014.
- This is for attaching assets, not just demanding payment through other means.
- If the debt relates to fines under this specific Act, use Form 23.8.
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Use this form or another form?
General Debt Recovery
If the fine isn't governed by the Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014
✓ Check if a different general enforcement form applies.
Simple Summons Notice
A summons might precede this order, but 23.8 secures the attachment itself
✓ Ensure you are applying for the Order, not just serving notice.
CRO Filing (Company Debt)
If the debt is tied to a company registered with the CRO
✓ Check if the Courts Service requires an accompanying CRO filing reference.
Deadline or filing window
There is no fixed universal deadline listed in the title alone, but submission should happen promptly after the fine becomes overdue under the 2014 Act.
Before you submit
- 1All sections of Form 23.8 must be completed, even if the answer is 'N/A'.
- 2The fine amount and date it was issued must match court records.
- 3Clearly identify *what* assets are to be attached (e.g., bank account, property).
- 4Ensure you have provided sufficient details of the debtor (the person owing the fine).
- 5Attach copies of the original fine notice or judgment order.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on Form 23.8.
- 2Gather supporting documents proving the outstanding fine debt.
- 3Submit the form and documentation to the relevant court office (or via the specified online portal).
- 4Pay any required filing fee listed by the Courts Service.
- 5Keep a copy of the fully submitted form for your records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only secures an *Order*; it does not enforce collection instantly. Enforcement requires further steps.
- 2It is specific to fines under the 2014 Act; other types of court debts might need different forms.
- 3The attached assets must be legally attachable according to Irish law.
Field map
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 is Form 23.8. It remains the standard document for securing an Attachment Order under Section 14 of the Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014. Check the latest publication date on the Courts Service website.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the exact year and section cited: Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014, Section 14.
- Verify the specific court or division where this order is sought.
- Check if there are updated fields regarding electronic filing requirements.
- Ensure the issuing authority name on the form matches current Courts Service branding.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: Form 23.8
- SRCGoverning Act: Fines (Payment And Recovery) Act 2014
- SRCSpecific Section: Section 14
- SRCPurpose: Attachment Order for unpaid fines.
- SRCDate of latest revision: Not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Fine Amount' with 'Total Debt Amount'—ensure you are referencing the fine itself.
Not specifying *who* is applying for the order (the creditor/requester).
Failing to state clearly what action the attachment should compel (e.g., payment, seizure).
Assuming the form covers all types of unpaid fines; it is tied to Section 14 specifically.
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