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Form 23A.6 – Order In Relation To Out-Patient Treatment - Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006, Section 4(3)(B)(ii)
This form is used when an order needs to be made regarding out-patient treatment under the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006. Specifically, it relates to Section 4(3)(B)(ii) of that Act.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 23A.6 – Order In Relation To Out-Patient Treatment - Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006, Section 4(3)(B)(ii)
This form is used when an order needs to be made regarding out-patient treatment under the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006. Specifically, it relates to Section 4(3)(B)(ii) of that Act.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to specify which part of Section 4(3)(B) this order relates to!
- 2Omitting the Case Number/File Reference
- 3Incorrectly citing section 4(3)(B)
- 4Failing to detail the specific out-patient treatment required
- 5Not signing and dating the form correctly
Plain English
If someone has been found guilty or deemed mentally unfit and requires treatment outside a hospital setting, this form helps formalise that arrangement. It documents the official decision about how their care should proceed.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The submission timing is tied directly to when the court makes the relevant finding or decision regarding the patient's treatment plan.
- 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 to apply for an order concerning out-patient care.
- The case falls under the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006.
- This form is required specifically when the treatment relates to Section 4(3)(B)(ii).
- Use this if the prescribed treatment is not inpatient, but managed outside a hospital setting.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Inpatient Treatment Order
If the person needs to stay in a facility regularly
✓ Check section title carefully.
General Insanity Order
For broader orders not tied to Section 4(3)(B)(ii) specifically
✓ See if your order matches the specific subsection.
Criminal Defence Application
If you are applying for a hearing, not just an order
✓ Confirm the exact purpose of your submission.
Not confirmed in official source
If the treatment falls under another part of Section 4
✓ Review the form's internal routing or instructions.
Deadline or filing window
The submission timing is tied directly to when the court makes the relevant finding or decision regarding the patient's treatment plan.
Before you submit
- 1All required fields on Form 23A.6 are completed (no blanks left).
- 2The case details (names, dates) match the court file exactly.
- 3You have attached supporting documentation (e.g., medical reports).
- 4The correct fee has been paid or a payment order is included.
- 5The form is signed and dated by the relevant person/solicitor.
- 6If submitting electronically, ensure all digital signatures are valid.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form 23A.6 thoroughly using black ink (or typed fields).
- 2Gather all necessary supporting medical or court documents.
- 3Pay the required filing fee as stipulated by the Courts Service.
- 4Submit the completed form and attachments to the correct Court office.
- 5Keep a copy of the fully executed Form 23A.6 for your records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only addresses orders related to out-patient treatment; it does not cover all aspects of mental health care under the Act.
- 2The specific required court jurisdiction is not confirmed in official source.
- 3It does not guarantee that the order will be granted, only that you are applying for it via this mechanism.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: There may be variations depending on which Circuit Court handles the case.
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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 actively used by the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically addresses orders for out-patient treatment under a particular section of the 2006 Insanity Act.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check if there have been recent updates to the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006 itself.
- Verify the exact wording used for 'Out-Patient Treatment' matches your case.
- Confirm that Section 4(3)(B)(ii) is correctly cited on Form 23A.6.
- Ensure any associated fee schedules from the Courts Service are current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: Form 23A.6
- SRCAct Referenced: Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006
- SRCSpecific Provision: Section 4(3)(B)(ii)
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: The exact required supporting documents list.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Out-Patient' with 'Inpatient'; ensure your treatment plan fits the definition.
Not knowing if you need to use a different section of Form 23A (e.g., Section 4(3)(B)(i)).
Thinking this form covers criminal sentencing itself, rather than the *order* about treatment.
Assuming payment is automatic; always verify the fee status before filing.
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