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Form 23A.2A – Direction To Attend For Examination And Direction For Examination - Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006, Section 4(6)
This form is a formal direction issued under the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006, specifically referencing Section 4(6). It directs someone to attend an examination and simultaneously provides the official instruction for that examination.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 23A.2A – Direction To Attend For Examination And Direction For Examination - Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006, Section 4(6)
This form is a formal direction issued under the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006, specifically referencing Section 4(6). It directs someone to attend an examination and simultaneously provides the official instruction for that examination.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not rely only on a verbal instruction; always check the official written direction.
- 2Failing to note the specific Section 4(6) reference
- 3Incorrectly recording the required attendance date/time
- 4Noting the wrong location for the examination
- 5Misunderstanding whether the direction is 'to attend' or 'for examination'
Plain English
Think of this as a court order telling you when and where to show up. It confirms that you must attend a medical or legal assessment related to your mental state under Irish law. This form locks in the details of that required examination.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The deadline is set by the date specified in the form itself, which relates to when you must attend the examination.
- 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 a court needs to formally order an individual to attend a medical or psychiatric examination.
- This is used specifically under the provisions laid out in Section 4(6) of the Insanity Act 2006.
- Do not use this if you are simply notifying someone about an appointment; this form issues a mandatory direction.
- Use this when the court needs to set out the precise instructions for how that examination must be conducted.
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Use this form or another form?
General Summons
If you only need the person to attend without specifying examination details
✓ Check if specific exam directions are needed.
Fines/Penalty Direction
If the primary purpose is a penalty, not an examination order
✓ Ensure the Insanity Act reference is present.
Witness Summons
If the person is just a witness and no medical exam is required
✓ Verify Section 4(6) applies to their testimony/status.
Notice of Hearing
If you are just informing them about the court date, not ordering attendance
✓ Confirm if attendance itself is conditional on an examination.
Deadline or filing window
The deadline is set by the date specified in the form itself, which relates to when you must attend the examination.
Before you submit
- 1The name and address of the person being directed must be complete.
- 2The court or judicial officer issuing the form must be clearly identified.
- 3Ensure a clear date for attendance is provided.
- 4Verify that the specific examination required is detailed (e.g., psychiatric assessment).
- 5Confirm who the direction is 'to' attend before submitting.
- 6Check if there are any conditions attached to attending (e.g., must bring previous reports).
How to file this form
- 1Sign the form clearly where indicated by the Courts Service of Ireland.
- 2Date the form immediately after signing.
- 3Serve a copy on the recipient(s) as directed by the court.
- 4File the original with the relevant Court office (Courts Service).
- 5Keep a copy for your own records, noting when it was served.
Known limitations
- 1This form itself does not guarantee the outcome of the examination; it only mandates attendance.
- 2The specific type of examination required is defined by the court filling out the form, not by the form template alone.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: There are no listed penalties for failing to attend *solely* on this form without further documentation.
- 4It does not replace other legal documents; it must be used alongside relevant case files.
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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 the formal instruction document for someone required to attend an examination under Irish law. It specifically relates to proceedings governed by Section 4(6) of the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the header for the exact Court name issuing the direction.
- Verify that 'Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006' is clearly stated.
- Confirm Section 4(6) is cited correctly in the main body.
- Ensure the date of issue matches when the order was signed.
- Check if any specific medical/psychiatric instructions have been added to the examination direction.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: Form 23A.2A
- SRCGoverning Legislation: Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006
- SRCSpecific Section Cited: Section 4(6)
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: The exact title of the presiding court.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Direction To Attend' with 'Notice Of Hearing': The former is mandatory; the latter is just an alert.
Believing this form covers all Insanity Act cases: It specifically targets Section 4(6) matters.
Not knowing who to serve it on: Always confirm if it goes only to the individual or also to their legal representative/solicitor.
Thinking it is a request instead of an order: This form *is* the official direction; it requires action.
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