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Form 24.19 – Committal Warrant (Accused Remanded To Another District)
Form 24.19 is a Committal Warrant used within the Courts Service of Ireland system. It specifically applies when an accused person must be kept in custody (remanded) but needs to be moved or sent to a different judicial district.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 24.19 – Committal Warrant (Accused Remanded To Another District)
Form 24.19 is a Committal Warrant used within the Courts Service of Ireland system. It specifically applies when an accused person must be kept in custody (remanded) but needs to be moved or sent to a different judicial district.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that the *destination* district listed matches the receiving court's jurisdiction.
- 2Failing to name the specific accused person correctly.
- 3Listing an incorrect destination district.
- 4Not referencing the original warrant number.
- 5Missing the signature of the issuing judge/registrar.
Plain English
Think of this as a transfer slip for someone held by the Gardaí or in court. When the judge decides the accused needs to stay locked up, but not where they currently are, this form makes that move official between districts.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The form should be submitted promptly following the issuance of the committal order to avoid unnecessary delays in custody transfer.
- 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 when an accused person needs to stay in custody (remanded).
- Use this specifically if the remand location is changing districts.
- Do not use this if the accused is being released and just transferred.
- Do not use this if the change of district is internal to the same court circuit.
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Use this form or another form?
Accused Released & Transferring
If they are leaving custody entirely, you need a release warrant.
✓ Check the specific type of transfer needed.
Other transfer form (check local rules)
Initial Remand Order
This is used when the accused is first held in custody and needs a remand order placed.
✓ Ensure your initial remand details match this form's context.
Change of Bail Conditions Only
If only the bail terms change, but the district stays the same, use the specific variation form.
✓ Confirm if the court requires an amendment or a full new committal warrant.
Other warrant/order variation form
Not confirmed in official source
Not confirmed in official source
✓ Always verify against current local court practice.
Deadline or filing window
The form should be submitted promptly following the issuance of the committal order to avoid unnecessary delays in custody transfer.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure the name and details of the accused person match official records exactly.
- 2Verify that both the originating court and the receiving district are correctly named.
- 3Confirm the date the remand order takes effect is clearly stated.
- 4Check that the issuing Judge/Magistrate has signed it.
- 5Make sure the warrant specifies *why* the transfer is necessary (the grounds).
- 6Verify all required boxes or checkmarks are filled in.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 24.19 clearly and legibly.
- 2Obtain the signature of the presiding judicial officer.
- 3File the original form with the originating court office.
- 4Send a copy to the administrative office of the receiving district.
- 5If submitting digitally, upload the scanned document via the Courts Service portal.
Known limitations
- 1This form only covers movement between districts; it does not dictate *how* the accused is held (e.g., jail vs. local detention).
- 2The specific required supporting documentation must be confirmed by the local court office.
- 3It does not replace a bail order; it facilitates the physical move based on that order.
- 4Not confirmed in official source regarding electronic filing mandates for all circuits.
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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 24.19, a Committal Warrant from the Courts Service of Ireland. It remains the standard document for moving an accused person between different judicial districts.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date stamp on the form header for the latest revision.
- Verify if any specific section headings have been renamed since your last use.
- Confirm the required fields for 'District of Origin' and 'New District' are present.
- Review instructions regarding electronic vs. hard-copy submission requirements.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 24.19
- SRCPurpose: Committal Warrant
- SRCContext: Accused Remanded To Another District
- SRCNot confirmed in official source regarding specific regional variations.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Committal' with 'Transfer': Committal means they are being held *and* moved; transfer might just be administrative movement.
Mistaking it for a Bail Variation: If the bail conditions change but they stay in the same district, use the variation form instead of issuing a whole new 24.19.
Not specifying the reason for the move: The court needs to know *why* District A is sending them to District B.
Using the wrong jurisdiction name: Ensure you are using the exact official name of the receiving district, not just a local nickname.
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