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Form 84.16 – Notice Of Application To Extend The Operation Of A Care Order - Child Care Act 1991
This form is used to apply to the court for an extension of a care order made under the Child Care Act 1991. It should be filed when the existing care order is approaching its expiration date and further court intervention is needed to maintain the order.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.16 – Notice Of Application To Extend The Operation Of A Care Order - Child Care Act 1991
This form is used to apply to the court for an extension of a care order made under the Child Care Act 1991. It should be filed when the existing care order is approaching its expiration date and further court intervention is needed to maintain the order.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is waiting until the last minute to file, which may not give the court enough time to process the application.
- 2Missing the deadline for extension application
- 3Incomplete information about the child's current situation
- 4Failure to notify all relevant parties
- 5Incorrect details about the original care order
Plain English
This form lets you ask a judge to keep a care order in place for a child longer than currently ordered. A care order means the state has legal responsibility for a child's care, and this form helps ensure that continues if needed.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The form should be submitted well in advance of the care order's expiration date, typically at least 4-6 weeks before to allow court processing time.
- 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 specifically when extending an existing care order
- Not for initial applications for care orders
- Use when the current order is expiring and needs to continue
- For orders made under the Child Care Act 1991 specifically
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Initial care order application
Different process for first-time orders
✓ Check if this is an extension or new application
Applying to vary care conditions
For changing terms of existing order
✓ Determine if you need extension or variation
Applying to discharge care order
For ending the care order completely
✓ Confirm you want to extend, not end the order
Urgent extension request
For time-sensitive situations
✓ Contact court directly if urgent
Deadline or filing window
The form should be submitted well in advance of the care order's expiration date, typically at least 4-6 weeks before to allow court processing time.
Before you submit
- 1Form is fully completed with all required fields
- 2All signatures are present and dated
- 3Supporting documents are attached
- 4Correct court location is specified
- 5Copy is retained for personal records
- 6Fee payment is included if applicable
- 7All parties have been notified
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct Form 84.16 from the Courts Service
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information
- 3Gather supporting documentation
- 4Submit to the relevant court office
- 5Pay any required fees
- 6Obtain proof of submission
- 7Serve copies on all relevant parties
Known limitations
- 1This form only applies to care orders under the Child Care Act 1991
- 2It cannot be used for emergency extensions
- 3The court may request additional information
- 4The extension is not guaranteed and requires judicial approval
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the form number matches 84.16
- Check that it references the Child Care Act 1991
- Ensure all sections relevant to extension are completed
- Confirm the form has the latest court header and contact information
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm number: 84.16 confirmed
- SRCIssuing agency: Courts Service of Ireland confirmed
- SRCPurpose: Extending care orders under Child Care Act 1991 inferred from title
- SRCFiling procedures: Not confirmed in official source
- SRCRequired parties: Not confirmed in official source
- SRCProcessing time: Not confirmed in official source
- SRCFee requirements: Not confirmed in official source
- SRCSupporting documents: Not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with initial care order applications
Unclear about who needs to be notified of the application
Uncertainty about required supporting documentation
Confusion about timing for submission
Not understanding the difference between extension and variation
Unclear about court procedures after submission
Mistaking this for a discharge application
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