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Form 84.14 – Notice Of Application For A Care Order - Child Care Act, 1991 Section 18 (1)
This form is a notice of application for a Care Order under Section 18(1) of the Child Care Act, 1991. It's used when someone is seeking a court order for the care and protection of a child.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.14 – Notice Of Application For A Care Order - Child Care Act, 1991 Section 18 (1)
This form is a notice of application for a Care Order under Section 18(1) of the Child Care Act, 1991. It's used when someone is seeking a court order for the care and protection of a child.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Incomplete child information can cause significant delays in the Care Order process.
- 2Incomplete form information
- 3Missing supporting documentation
- 4Incorrect court location submission
- 5Delays in filing after assessment completion
Plain English
This form tells the court that you're applying for a Care Order, which means you want the court to make decisions about a child's care and welfare. It's part of the legal process when a child's safety or well-being is a concern.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no specific deadline for submitting this form, but it should be filed as soon as the decision to seek a Care Order has been made and all necessary assessments are complete. Delays could impact the timeline for court proceedings.
- 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 when applying for a Care Order under Section 18(1) of the Child Care Act
- Use when a child's welfare requires court intervention
- Use when you're the applicant seeking the Care Order
- Use only for Care Order applications, not other child welfare matters
- Use when you have completed the necessary assessments and are ready to proceed with court action
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Application for Emergency Care Order
For urgent situations requiring immediate court intervention
✓ Check if the situation is truly urgent before proceeding
Notice of Application for Supervision Order
For cases where supervision rather than full care is needed
✓ Consider if supervision might be sufficient instead of a full Care Order
Guardianship application forms
For matters related to guardianship rather than care orders
✓ Ensure you're applying for the correct legal remedy
Access application forms
For arrangements regarding child access rather than care
✓ This form is specifically for care, not access arrangements
Deadline or filing window
There is no specific deadline for submitting this form, but it should be filed as soon as the decision to seek a Care Order has been made and all necessary assessments are complete. Delays could impact the timeline for court proceedings.
Before you submit
- 1All sections of the form are completed
- 2Child's personal details are accurate and up-to-date
- 3Applicant information is complete
- 4Reasons for seeking Care Order are clearly stated
- 5Supporting documentation is attached
- 6Court fee payment is included or arranged
- 7Copy of the form is retained for records
How to file this form
- 1Complete the form with all required information
- 2Gather supporting documentation and evidence
- 3Determine the appropriate court location
- 4Pay any required court fees
- 5Submit the form to the court office by post, in person, or electronically
- 6Obtain a receipt or confirmation of submission
- 7Notify all relevant parties as required by court rules
Known limitations
- 1This form only initiates the Care Order process, it doesn't guarantee the order will be granted
- 2The form must be completed in accordance with current legislation
- 3Electronic filing options may be limited depending on the court location
- 4The form may require additional supporting documents not listed
- 5Legal advice may be necessary for complex cases
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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 form is currently in use under the Child Care Act, 1991, with no recent major changes reported. Always verify the latest version with the Courts Service website.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the form number matches the current version (84.14)
- Check for any recent updates to the Child Care Act that might affect this form
- Ensure all required sections are completed as per current requirements
- Confirm the court fee structure hasn't changed
- Check if electronic filing options have been expanded
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm issued by Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCRelated to Child Care Act, 1991, Section 18(1)
- SRCForm number: 84.14
- SRCPurpose: Notice of Application for Care Order
- SRCDetails about specific requirements not confirmed in official source
- SRCElectronic filing options not confirmed in official source
- SRCCurrent court fee structure not confirmed in official source
- SRCRecent form version changes not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Confusing Care Order with other child welfare orders
Uncertainty about who can apply for a Care Order
Not understanding the difference between emergency and standard Care Orders
Misunderstanding the court process timeline
Confusion about required supporting documentation
Uncertainty about court fees and payment methods
Not knowing which court has jurisdiction for the case
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