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Form 24.17 – Warrant For Arrest Of Accused (Non Appearance On Summons) - Criminal Procedure Act, 1967 Section 4F (4) (B)
This form is a Warrant For Arrest Of Accused. It is used specifically when an accused person fails to appear after being served with a summons under Section 4F (4) (B) of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1967.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 24.17 – Warrant For Arrest Of Accused (Non Appearance On Summons) - Criminal Procedure Act, 1967 Section 4F (4) (B)
This form is a Warrant For Arrest Of Accused. It is used specifically when an accused person fails to appear after being served with a summons under Section 4F (4) (B) of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1967.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Ensure you reference the exact section (4F (4) (B)) of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1967.
- 2Failing to list the correct section of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1967.
- 3Not clearly stating that the summons was served (proof needed).
- 4Using an incorrect date for the required court appearance.
- 5Omitting the full name or case number of the accused person.
Plain English
Simply put, you use this form when someone has been told to show up in court but hasn't shown up. It tells the court that an arrest warrant needs to be issued for that person because they missed their date.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The submission must be made promptly following the missed appearance date to avoid procedural delays in the legal process.
- 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 someone has been formally summoned to court.
- It is required specifically because the accused person did not appear after receiving that summons.
- Do not use this if you are issuing a warrant for a different offence or reason (e.g., failure to comply with a specific order).
- This form directly invokes Section 4F (4) (B) of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1967.
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Use this form or another form?
Arrest due to breaching bail conditions
If they were released on bail but didn't show up for a hearing
✓ Check if it relates to a summons or a general breach.
Warrant for indictment/charge (no prior summons)
Used when the accused is charged directly without first being summoned under 4F(4)(B)
✓ Check the specific section of the Act cited in the warrant.
Summons issued but no action taken yet
If you are *issuing* the summons, not the arrest warrant itself
✓ Ensure this form is used only after the non-appearance has occurred.
Not confirmed in official source
Need to check if there is a specific 'default' warrant form for other offences under the same Act
✓ Confirm required sections.
Deadline or filing window
The submission must be made promptly following the missed appearance date to avoid procedural delays in the legal process.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure the full name and address of the accused are clearly written.
- 2Confirm the date the summons was served on the accused.
- 3Verify that the failure to appear is correctly noted as the reason for arrest.
- 4Check that the issuing authority/court details are accurate.
- 5Sign and date the form in the designated space.
- 6Ensure all relevant case or file numbers from the Courts Service are present.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required sections of Form 24.17 fully.
- 2Obtain necessary endorsements (e.g., Judge/District Court signature).
- 3File the original form with the relevant Court office.
- 4Provide a copy to the Gardaí for execution.
- 5If electronic submission is required, upload the signed PDF via the designated Courts Service portal.
Known limitations
- 1This form only covers non-appearance on a summons; it doesn't cover other warrant types.
- 2The specific court jurisdiction (District vs. Circuit) must be clearly indicated as per local rules.
- 3It does not guarantee the arrest will happen immediately upon issuance.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: The required accompanying documentation list is not detailed 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 the current standard version for issuing an arrest warrant specifically due to a failure to appear on a summons. It relates directly to Section 4F (4) (B) of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1967.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the exact citation: Criminal Procedure Act, 1967 Section 4F (4) (B).
- Check if there are any updates to the Court/District level reference numbers.
- Confirm the required signature fields for the issuing judicial officer.
- Review the specific wording regarding 'Non Appearance On Summons'.
- Not confirmed in official source: Check for changes related to digitalisation or electronic filing requirements.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm Number: Form 24.17
- SRCLegal Basis: Criminal Procedure Act, 1967 Section 4F (4) (B)
- SRCPurpose: Warrant For Arrest Of Accused (Non Appearance On Summons)
Common confusion points
Mistaking this for a summons itself; this is the *result* (the warrant) of failing to attend.
Not clearly stating *which* summons the accused failed to appear on.
Using generic wording instead of referencing Section 4F (4) (B) specifically.
Forgetting to note the date/time the non-appearance was officially recorded by the court staff.
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