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Form 24.1 – Plea Of Guilty - Criminal Procedure Act, 1967 Section 13 (2) (B)
This is Form 24.1 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically relates to a 'Plea Of Guilty' under Section 13 (2) (B) of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1967. You use this form when formally admitting guilt in a criminal matter.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 24.1 – Plea Of Guilty - Criminal Procedure Act, 1967 Section 13 (2) (B)
This is Form 24.1 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically relates to a 'Plea Of Guilty' under Section 13 (2) (B) of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1967. You use this form when formally admitting guilt in a criminal matter.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Always ensure the plea matches the exact charge listed by the prosecution.
- 2Pleading guilty to the wrong specific offence.
- 3Forgetting to sign and date the declaration section.
- 4Failing to reference the correct Section 13 (2) (B) charge.
- 5Submitting it to the wrong local court office.
Plain English
If you are facing charges in an Irish court and decide you are guilty, this is the official paper to state that fact. It locks in your admission before the case moves forward. Think of it as telling the judge, 'Yes, I did it.'
Submission Date
- Filing date: While there is no universal deadline, this must be submitted when directed by the presiding judge or within a tight timeframe set by the court calendar.
- 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 you are admitting guilt in a criminal case.
- It applies specifically under Section 13 (2) (B) of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1967.
- This is used after being charged or formally asked to plead.
- Do not use this if you intend to plead 'Not Guilty' (use another form).
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Use this form or another form?
Pleading in Court (General)
This is the standard form for admitting guilt under a specific section of law.
✓ Check if your case requires this exact section reference.
Guilty Plea via Online Portal
If you are submitting electronically, use the link provided by the Courts Service instead of printing and signing.
✓ Verify the digital submission method matches what the court asked for.
Plea Before Trial Starts
Use this if you are admitting guilt before any formal hearing or trial date is set.
✓ Ensure the case number listed matches the file on record with the local District/Circuit Court.
Guilty Plea in Appeal
If your conviction is being challenged, but you admit guilt anyway, use this form for clarity.
✓ Confirm whether the appeal itself requires a specific annex or accompanying documentation.
Deadline or filing window
While there is no universal deadline, this must be submitted when directed by the presiding judge or within a tight timeframe set by the court calendar.
Before you submit
- 1All boxes requiring a tick are marked clearly.
- 2Your full name and address are printed legibly.
- 3The specific court where you are appearing is noted.
- 4You have signed the form in ink (if printing).
- 5The date of signing matches the current date or hearing date.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 24.1 fully.
- 2Sign and date the document clearly at the designated area.
- 3If digital, ensure all fields are populated correctly before clicking submit.
- 4Print a hard copy if required by your specific court office.
- 5Submit the form to the appropriate Court Clerk or via the online portal.
Known limitations
- 1This form only records the plea; it does not determine guilt itself.
- 2It is tied specifically to Section 13 (2) (B); other sections require different forms.
- 3The document must be presented in court for formal acceptance by the judge/magistrate.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: Whether a digital submission requires an accompanying physical copy.
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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 the standard Form 24.1 for formally pleading guilty within Irish courts. It remains the primary document for this specific statutory declaration.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date printed on the form for currency.
- Verify that Section 13 (2) (B) is correctly cited.
- Confirm if any new fields regarding sentencing guidelines have been added since last year.
- Ensure the Courts Service logo is present and clear.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 24.1
- SRCGoverning Legislation: Criminal Procedure Act, 1967
- SRCSpecific Section: Section 13 (2) (B)
Common confusion points
Confusing it with a guilty *statement*—this is the formal legal admission.
Not realizing you must specify *which* charge you are pleading guilty to.
Assuming filling out Form 24.1 automatically ends the case (it usually moves to sentencing).
Using this form when your lawyer advises a plea of 'Guilty with Explanation' without adding notes.
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