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Form 47E - Notice To Attend Sitting Of The Court - Criminal Justice Act 2006, Section 100(5)
Form 47E is a notice that tells a person they must attend a sitting of the court under the Criminal Justice Act 2006, Section 100(5). It is issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. Use it when the court requires someone’s presence for a criminal matter.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 47E - Notice To Attend Sitting Of The Court - Criminal Justice Act 2006, Section 100(5)
Form 47E is a notice that tells a person they must attend a sitting of the court under the Criminal Justice Act 2006, Section 100(5). It is issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. Use it when the court requires someone’s presence for a criminal matter.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Most people forget to verify the address on the notice.
- 2Missing the court date
- 3Providing an incorrect address
- 4Failing to bring the notice to the hearing
- 5Not informing the court of a change in contact details
Plain English
The form is a formal invitation from the court asking you to show up at a specific hearing. It tells you the date, time and place you need to be there. Ignoring it can affect the case. The notice is usually sent by post or through a court portal.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The notice must be acted on by the date specified in the document. No extra filing deadline is stated in the official source.
- 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
- When a court orders a person to attend a criminal sitting under Section 100(5).
- When the notice must be served in writing by the Courts Service.
- When the attendance is required for a hearing, trial or sentencing.
- When the person is not already summoned by another form.
- When the matter relates to a criminal case, not a civil dispute.
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Attendance for a civil matter
Different legal basis
✓ Verify case type before proceeding
Summons for a witness
Witness role differs from defendant
✓ Confirm role with court clerk
Bail hearing notice
Bail matters have separate procedures
✓ Check bail requirements
Deadline or filing window
The notice must be acted on by the date specified in the document. No extra filing deadline is stated in the official source.
Before you submit
- 1Complete all required fields in legible print.
- 2Include the full name and address of the person to be notified.
- 3State the date, time and location of the court sitting.
- 4Sign the notice where required.
- 5Attach any supporting court order reference.
- 6Make a copy for your records before serving.
- 7Serve the notice according to court rules.
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Form 47E from the Courts Service portal.
- 2Fill in the person's details and the court sitting information.
- 3Sign the form and attach any court order reference.
- 4Make a duplicate copy for your file.
- 5Serve the original notice to the person as instructed by the court.
- 6File a copy with the court clerk if required.
- 7Keep a record of the service date and method.
Known limitations
- 1Only applies to criminal matters under Section 100(5).
- 2Not valid for civil or family law proceedings.
- 3Does not replace a formal summons where one is required.
- 4Incorrect service may invalidate the notice.
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Compact field-by-field guide
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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form number matches 47E.
- Verify the title includes the Criminal Justice Act 2006, Section 100(5).
- Check for any updated instructions on the Courts Service website.
- Ensure the form layout matches the latest PDF version.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 20/02/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number verified from user input.
- SRCAgency identified as Courts Service of Ireland.
- SRCPurpose described as notice to attend a court sitting under Section 100(5).
- SRCSpecific field requirements not confirmed in official source.
- SRCAlternative forms not confirmed in official source.
- SRCVersion details not confirmed in official source.
- SRCSubmission instructions not confirmed in official source.
- SRCFiling procedure not confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 47E with other notice forms.
Leaving the court date or location blank.
Failing to sign the notice.
Serving the notice to the wrong address.
Assuming the form covers bail or sentencing without checking the legal basis.
Not keeping a copy for records.
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