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Form 23A.10 – Committal Warrant And Direction For Examination(Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity) - Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006, Section 5(3)
This form is used by the Courts Service of Ireland under the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006. It specifically relates to Section 5(3) and covers a Committal Warrant alongside a Direction for Examination when someone has been found 'Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity'.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 23A.10 – Committal Warrant And Direction For Examination(Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity) - Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006, Section 5(3)
This form is used by the Courts Service of Ireland under the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006. It specifically relates to Section 5(3) and covers a Committal Warrant alongside a Direction for Examination when someone has been found 'Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity'.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not submit this form without a clear instruction/finding of Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity attached.
- 2Failing to reference Section 5(3) clearly
- 3Missing or incorrect case number/file details
- 4Not specifying the type of examination required
- 5Submitting before the official judgment is sealed
Plain English
Think of this as the official paperwork confirming that a person was deemed legally insane during a criminal case. It directs the necessary examination needed after that finding. This form moves the legal process forward following an insanity verdict.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit it as soon as possible following the verdict to prevent delays in ordering the required examination. Check court dates for specific filing cut-offs.
- 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 when someone has been found Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity in court.
- It combines two actions: issuing a Committal Warrant AND giving a Direction for Examination.
- This is specifically tied to Section 5(3) of the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006.
- Do not use this if the finding was 'Not Guilty' but no specific examination direction is needed.
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Guilty Finding Only
If only a warrant is required, you might use a simpler version or ensure the exam section is blank.
✓ Check if the exam details are mandatory for your case.
Form 23A.10 (without examination section filled)
Not Guilty (Standard)
If no specific direction for examination is made, this is likely the correct alternative.
✓ Confirm the exact wording of the court order.
Mental Illness Review
Use this if the finding involves a broader review process beyond just Section 5(3).
✓ Check case file notes regarding the required action.
Deadline or filing window
Submit it as soon as possible following the verdict to prevent delays in ordering the required examination. Check court dates for specific filing cut-offs.
Before you submit
- 1The court must have formally made a finding of 'Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity'.
- 2All parties involved (e.g., Defence/Prosecution) must be listed correctly.
- 3The specific direction for examination must be clearly stated on the form.
- 4Ensure the Committal Warrant details match the required custody period.
- 5Signatures from the appropriate judicial officer are present and legible.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 23A.10 accurately.
- 2Have the relevant judge or magistrate sign and date the document.
- 3File the completed form with the Courts Service registry office.
- 4Serve a copy to all involved parties (e.g., defense solicitor).
- 5Keep an original copy for your case file.
Known limitations
- 1The form does not dictate the specific medical assessment required; it only directs the examination.
- 2It is tied exclusively to Section 5(3) and may not apply perfectly to other sections of the Act.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: It doesn't specify if this replaces or supplements a separate witness statement.
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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 form is active under the Courts Service of Ireland and relates directly to proceedings governed by the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006. It specifically deals with warrants issued following a 'Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity' finding.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check for updates to the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006 amendments.
- Verify the specific reference number of the section cited (must be 5(3)).
- Ensure the designation 'Committal Warrant And Direction For Examination' is present.
- Confirm if there are any new fields related to medical assessment timelines.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland.
- SRCForm Number: Form 23A.10.
- SRCGoverning Act: Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006.
- SRCSpecific Provision: Section 5(3).
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity' with simple 'Not Guilty'.
Failing to fill out the specific direction details (e.g., *who* examines them).
Assuming this form covers all aspects when it only covers the warrant and examination direction.
Mixing up whether the form requires a future date or an immediate action.
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