Form 24.11 – Witness Summons - Criminal Procedure Act, 1967 Section 4F

What this form is for

• • Use this when you must formally require someone to attend court as a witness based on the Criminal Procedure Act, 1967, Section 4F.
• • Select this form if the summons relates specifically to procedures covered under that section (not general attendance or expert testimony).
• • Do not use this if you are merely requesting voluntary attendance; this is a formal requirement.
• • Use it when the specific legal context demands adherence to Section 4F requirements.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

The summons must usually be served to the witness well in advance of their required court date. Check local rules for exact notice periods.

Before you submit

• • All required sections must be completed in black ink or digital text.
• • The summoning party's full contact details must be provided.
• • The specific date, time, and location of attendance must be clearly stated.
• • Ensure the legal basis (CPA 1967 S. 4F) is cited correctly on the form.
• • Signatures must be present where required (e.g., solicitor or party).
• • If served electronically, confirm the email address listed is active.

How to file this form

1. 1Complete all necessary fields on Form 24.11.
2. 2Obtain the required signature(s) from the relevant party/solicitor.
3. 3File the original form with the appropriate Circuit or District Court office.
4. 4If serving electronically, upload a scanned copy to the Courts Service portal.
5. 5Keep a certified copy for your own case file.

Known limitations

• • This form does not guarantee the witness will attend; it only formally requires them to do so.
• • The specific court that handles this summons is not confirmed in official source (check the top of the form).
• • It serves as a requirement, but other ancillary documents might be needed for full compliance.
• • Not confirmed in official source: Whether service via email replaces physical service entirely depends on local rules.