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Form 24.2 – Order Sending Forward On A Plea Of Guilty - Criminal Procedure Act 1967, Section 13(2)(B)
This is Form 24.2 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It is used when a defendant pleads guilty in court under the Criminal Procedure Act 1967, specifically relating to Section 13(2)(B).
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 24.2 – Order Sending Forward On A Plea Of Guilty - Criminal Procedure Act 1967, Section 13(2)(B)
This is Form 24.2 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It is used when a defendant pleads guilty in court under the Criminal Procedure Act 1967, specifically relating to Section 13(2)(B).
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Don't forget to reference the exact section: Criminal Procedure Act 1967, Section 13(2)(B)!
- 2Failing to reference the correct Case Number
- 3Not noting the specific section (13(2)(B))
- 4Submitting it before a formal plea is recorded
- 5Missing the signature or date of the filing solicitor/party
Plain English
Think of this form as official paperwork telling the Irish courts that someone has admitted they are guilty. You use it after a defendant formally says 'guilty' during their hearing. It moves the case forward from pleading to sentencing or next steps.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this form as soon as the plea is entered. Late submission means your case stalls while the court waits for confirmation.
- 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 after a defendant has formally entered a plea of 'Guilty'.
- It is required when that guilty plea falls specifically under the provisions of Section 13(2)(B) of the Criminal Procedure Act 1967.
- This order sends the matter forward to the next stage in the court process following the guilty admission.
- Do not use this form if the defendant pleads 'Not Guilty' or enters a different plea.
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Use this form or another form?
Plea of Guilty (different section)
The specific section dictates which order is needed.
✓ Check the case file first.
Defendant not yet pleaded
This confirms the plea has been entered, but doesn't issue the forwarding instruction.
✓ Confirm the date of the guilty plea.
Plea of Not Guilty
This moves the case forward for trial/directions, not based on a guilty admission.
✓ Verify the judge's direction.
Initial Appearance Order
Used at the start before any plea is entered.
✓ Confirm if this form precedes or follows the plea.
Form 10A (not confirmed in official source)
Deadline or filing window
Submit this form as soon as the plea is entered. Late submission means your case stalls while the court waits for confirmation.
Before you submit
- 1All fields relevant to Section 13(2)(B) are completed (not left blank).
- 2The name and address of the defendant are correctly transcribed.
- 3The specific court where the plea was entered is stated clearly.
- 4The date the guilty plea was officially recorded must be present.
- 5Signatures from both the legal representative and the presiding official are affixed.
- 6Ensure any required supporting documentation (e.g., charge sheet reference) is attached.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 24.2 accurately.
- 2Obtain necessary signatures on the form.
- 3Attach any relevant case file documents or evidence sheets.
- 4Submit the completed form to the appropriate Court Office (or via the Courts Service online portal).
- 5Keep a copy for your own records.
- 6Note the date and method of submission.
Known limitations
- 1This form only deals with the *forwarding* order, not the final sentencing or discharge.
- 2It does not confirm the guilt itself; it confirms the plea *and* issues the instruction to proceed.
- 3The exact required accompanying documents are not confirmed in official source.
- 4Its use is strictly tied to a guilty plea under Section 13(2)(B) of the Act.
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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 24.2 from the Courts Service of Ireland. It applies specifically when a defendant pleads guilty under Section 13(2)(B) of the Criminal Procedure Act 1967.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check for updated Court Seal requirements.
- Verify the specific reference number under Section 13(2)(B).
- Confirm if there are new required annexes attached to Form 24.2.
- Check if the formatting guidelines have changed since the last update.
- Ensure the official Courts Service of Ireland logo is current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland.
- SRCForm Number: Form 24.2.
- SRCGoverning Legislation: Criminal Procedure Act 1967.
- SRCSpecific Provision: Section 13(2)(B).
- SRCPurpose: Order Sending Forward On A Plea Of Guilty.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: The exact required court location for submission.
Common confusion points
Mistaking it for a general 'Guilty Plea' form when specific section reference (13(2)(B)) is required.
Not knowing which court office receives the form if multiple courts are involved in the matter.
Believing this form automatically means sentencing has occurred; it just moves the case forward.
Failing to specify *why* Section 13(2)(B) applies (e.g., what type of offence falls under that clause).
Submitting it before the plea is formally recorded in the court diary.
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