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Form 24.10 – Committal Warrant (Sending Forward For Trial Or Sentence)
This is Form 24.10, the Committal Warrant issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It serves as an official document used when a person needs to be sent forward either to stand trial or to receive a sentence.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 24.10 – Committal Warrant (Sending Forward For Trial Or Sentence)
This is Form 24.10, the Committal Warrant issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It serves as an official document used when a person needs to be sent forward either to stand trial or to receive a sentence.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that you have correctly selected 'Trial' versus 'Sentence' on the form.
- 2Incorrectly dating the Committal Warrant.
- 3Omitting the specific charge(s) leading to commitment.
- 4Filing before the judge has formally signed off on it.
- 5Using an outdated version of Form 24.10.
Plain English
Think of this form as the court's formal instruction slip. It tells everyone involved that someone is officially being moved along—either to face their case in court or because they have already been found guilty and need to serve time. This document confirms the next major step in a legal matter.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The commitment must be formalized promptly after the decision is made. Delays in issuing or submitting this warrant can stall court schedules significantly.
- 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 officially order that an individual moves to another stage of legal proceedings.
- Select this if the purpose is specifically 'Sending Forward For Trial' rather than just sentencing alone.
- It must be used when the warrant itself is the mechanism for transfer, not just a simple notification.
- This form covers instances where a sentence has been imposed but needs to be executed elsewhere.
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Arrest Warrant
If you are only arresting someone, check if the warrant itself is simple or complex enough for this form.
✓ Ensure the purpose box matches.
Sentence Order
If the document is purely about *what* sentence was given, but not the physical transfer, review this form's scope.
✓ Check the specific section detailing the order type.
Summons/Citation
If the person is summoned to appear rather than being formally committed for trial/sentence, a different document might be needed.
✓ Verify if appearance is required or commitment is ordered.
Deadline or filing window
The commitment must be formalized promptly after the decision is made. Delays in issuing or submitting this warrant can stall court schedules significantly.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all parties involved (accused, prosecutor, judge) are correctly named.
- 2Confirm the exact nature of the commitment (Trial vs. Sentence).
- 3Verify that the correct court issuing the warrant is listed.
- 4Check that the designated receiving body/court details are accurate.
- 5Ensure all necessary dates (date issued, date to be served) are filled in.
- 6Confirm the legal basis or section of law authorizing this committal.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required sections of Form 24.10 clearly and legibly.
- 2Obtain the necessary signatures from the presiding judicial officer.
- 3Affix the official Courts Service stamp if submitting physically.
- 4If digital, ensure the PDF/document is correctly saved and named according to local court rules.
- 5File the original copy with the issuing court registry.
Known limitations
- 1This form does not dictate the *reason* for the offence; it only dictates the action taken (committal).
- 2The specific requirements may vary slightly depending on which Circuit Court or District Court issued it.
- 3It is a warrant, not the final judgment. It initiates the next stage of proceedings.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: The required accompanying documentation list isn't specified here.
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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 Form 24.10, the official Committal Warrant from the Courts Service of Ireland. It remains the standard document for formally sending someone forward for trial or sentence.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date of issue on the form itself.
- Confirm any updated fields related to sentencing categories (e.g., fine vs. imprisonment).
- Verify the current standard court heading/logo placement for the Courts Service of Ireland.
- Look for changes in required signatory boxes or official stamps.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 24.10
- SRCPurpose: Committal Warrant
- SRCContext: Sending Forward For Trial Or Sentence
Common confusion points
Mistaking this for a simple 'Notice of Hearing' when it is an active order forcing movement.
Not specifying *why* the person is being sent forward (e.g., to face trial on charge X).
Using a generic name instead of the full, correct legal name of the individual.
Failing to differentiate between sending someone for Trial vs. sentencing them immediately upon commitment.
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