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Form 84.22 – Supervision Order (Pending Determination Of Application For Care Order) - Child Care Act, 1991 Section 18 (6)
Form 84.22 is a legal form used to request a supervision order while an application for a care order is being considered by the Irish courts. This form is specifically used under Section 18(6) of the Child Care Act, 1991.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.22 – Supervision Order (Pending Determination Of Application For Care Order) - Child Care Act, 1991 Section 18 (6)
Form 84.22 is a legal form used to request a supervision order while an application for a care order is being considered by the Irish courts. This form is specifically used under Section 18(6) of the Child Care Act, 1991.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Using an outdated version of the form is the most common mistake that leads to rejection.
- 2Incomplete form information may delay processing
- 3Missing supporting documentation could weaken the application
- 4Incorrect court submission may result in rejection
- 5Failure to follow proper court procedures could invalidate the request
Plain English
This form helps get temporary supervision arrangements for a child while the court decides whether to make a longer-term care order. It's a legal document that asks the court to oversee the child's care until a final decision is made.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no specified deadline for submitting Form 84.22, as it is submitted when needed during ongoing care order proceedings. However, delays in submission may impact the child's welfare arrangements.
- 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 when seeking temporary supervision while a care order application is pending
- This form is specific to Section 18(6) of the Child Care Act, 1991
- Not for use in emergency situations requiring immediate intervention
- Different from care order application forms which seek longer-term arrangements
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Use this form or another form?
Emergency protection situation
For immediate protection when child is at risk
✓ Check if emergency procedures apply before continuing
Form 84.23 - Emergency Care Order
Applying for a full care order
For longer-term care arrangements
✓ Determine if supervision or care order is more appropriate
Form 84.20 - Application for Care Order
Seeking access/visitation rights
For arranging contact with child
✓ Not related to supervision or care arrangements
Reviewing existing supervision order
For modifying existing supervision terms
✓ Check if current order needs modification rather than new application
Form 84.24 - Variation of Supervision Order
Deadline or filing window
There is no specified deadline for submitting Form 84.22, as it is submitted when needed during ongoing care order proceedings. However, delays in submission may impact the child's welfare arrangements.
Before you submit
- 1Complete all sections of the form
- 2Include child's full details and current address
- 3Attach supporting evidence as required
- 4Verify court location and submission procedure
- 5Check form version is current
- 6Ensure all signatures are present if required
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct version of Form 84.22 from the Courts Service
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information about the child and current situation
- 3Gather any supporting documentation that strengthens the case
- 4Submit the completed form to the appropriate court handling the care order application
- 5Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records
Known limitations
- 1This form only applies to situations under Section 18(6) of the Child Care Act, 1991
- 2The supervision order is temporary and pending determination of the care order application
- 3Court approval is required before any supervision arrangements can be implemented
- 4The form does not guarantee that a supervision order will be granted
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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->The current status of Form 84.22 is not confirmed in official source, but it remains in use for child care proceedings under the Child Care Act, 1991.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify you have the most recent version of Form 84.22
- Check for any updates to the Child Care Act, 1991 that might affect this form
- Confirm court requirements haven't changed since last update
- Ensure all referenced sections of the Act are still current
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm number: Form 84.22 confirmed in form name
- SRCIssuing agency: Courts Service of Ireland confirmed
- SRCLegal basis: Child Care Act, 1991 Section 18(6) confirmed
- SRCPurpose: Supervision order pending care order determination confirmed
- SRCCurrent version status: not confirmed in official source
- SRCSubmission procedures: not confirmed in official source
- SRCSpecific form sections: not confirmed in official source
- SRCRequired supporting documentation: not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with the care order application form (Form 84.20)
Not understanding that this is a temporary measure only
Incorrectly completing sections about the child's current care situation
Uncertainty about which court has jurisdiction for the submission
Misunderstanding the legal basis under Section 18(6) of the Act
Failing to provide sufficient evidence supporting the need for supervision
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