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Form 23A.7 – Order Sending Forward On Issue Of Fitness To Be Tried - Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006, Section 4(4)
This form is an official order from the Courts Service of Ireland related to criminal cases involving insanity under the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006. Use Form 23A.7 when a decision needs to be made regarding whether someone is fit to stand trial.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 23A.7 – Order Sending Forward On Issue Of Fitness To Be Tried - Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006, Section 4(4)
This form is an official order from the Courts Service of Ireland related to criminal cases involving insanity under the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006. Use Form 23A.7 when a decision needs to be made regarding whether someone is fit to stand trial.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that Section 4(4) of the Act is correctly cited on the form.
- 2Incorrectly citing the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006 section.
- 3Omitting details of the specific court order being issued.
- 4Submitting it to the wrong local Court Service office.
- 5Failing to properly sign or date the document.
Plain English
If a court case involves someone who might not be of sound mind, this form helps move the process along. It formally records the order that sends the matter forward for a fitness assessment or hearing. This ensures the right steps are taken before the main trial can proceed in Irish courts.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no universal deadline listed; submission must occur promptly after the court issues the order regarding fitness. Delays can significantly impact trial scheduling.
- 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 form when a court needs to formally send a case forward based on an insanity finding.
- It is required after assessing whether a defendant meets the criteria for fitness to be tried under the 2006 Act.
- This specific form handles the 'sending forward' aspect of the order, not just the initial determination.
- Use it when Section 4(4) specifically applies to the case circumstances.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Initial Fitness Hearing Order
If you are only determining fitness, not sending forward yet
✓ Check if your order is just a 'determination' or a 'forwarding' order.
General Court Summons/Order
For standard court directions unrelated to insanity fitness
✓ Confirm the form explicitly mentions 'Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006'.
Insolvency Fitness Order
If the case involves financial capacity rather than mental state for trial
✓ Verify if the order references criminal proceedings.
Form Not Confirmed in Official Source
Section 4(3) Order
If the order is based on Section 4(3) instead of 4(4)
✓ Ensure the section number matches your legal basis.
Deadline or filing window
There is no universal deadline listed; submission must occur promptly after the court issues the order regarding fitness. Delays can significantly impact trial scheduling.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all parties involved in the case (Prosecution/Defence) have signed where required.
- 2Verify that the defendant's full name and relevant PPSN/ID number are correctly entered.
- 3Confirm the specific section of the Act being invoked is clearly noted (Section 4(4)).
- 4Check that there is a clear, concise statement explaining *why* the case must be sent forward.
- 5Make sure the court's seal or signature block is ready to be completed by the presiding judge/magistrate.
- 6Review all dates—the date of hearing and the proposed order date must align.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on Form 23A.7 legibly.
- 2Attach supporting documentation, such as the Fitness to Be Tried report or witness statements.
- 3Present the completed form to the court clerk for initial review and stamping.
- 4Have the presiding judicial officer sign and date the order.
- 5File the original signed copy with the main case file held by the Courts Service.
- 6Provide copies to all involved parties (Defence, Prosecution).
Known limitations
- 1The form itself does not guarantee a specific outcome; it only formalises the decision to send forward.
- 2It is an order document, meaning its legal weight comes from the court issuing it, not just the paperwork.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: Specific requirements for accompanying documentation are not listed on this basic form view.
- 4The validity of the order depends on correct application of Section 4(4) rules.
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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 an official order from the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically relates to decisions made under Section 4(4) of the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date stamp to ensure you are using the most current version.
- Verify if any specific mandatory fields have been added or removed in recent updates.
- Confirm the exact citation of the Act (Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006).
- Look for changes regarding required signatory details from the Courts Service.
- Check if there are new options for 'Reason for Sending Forward' listed.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: Form 23A.7
- SRCLegal Basis: Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006
- SRCSpecific Provision: Section 4(4)
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: The exact title of the issuing court is not specified.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Whether it must be filed electronically or physically first.
Common confusion points
Mistaking this form for a simple application—it is an *Order*, meaning it directs action.
Not clearly stating *to whom* the case is being sent forward (e.g., another court, specific division).
Failing to link the order back to the initial fitness hearing record.
Using this form when the decision is merely 'Fit' or 'Unfit' without needing further action/transfer.
Omitting the specific reference to Section 4(4) of the Act.
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