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Form 84.40F – Notice Of Application For An Interim Special Care Order - Child Care Act 1991, Section 23C (As Inserted By Section 16 Of The Children Act 2001)
This Irish government form is used to apply for an interim special care order for a child when immediate protection is needed. It should be used when there are urgent concerns about a child's welfare that require temporary court intervention before a final decision can be made.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.40F – Notice Of Application For An Interim Special Care Order - Child Care Act 1991, Section 23C (As Inserted By Section 16 Of The Children Act 2001)
This Irish government form is used to apply for an interim special care order for a child when immediate protection is needed. It should be used when there are urgent concerns about a child's welfare that require temporary court intervention before a final decision can be made.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Incomplete information about the immediate risk to the child could delay the court's decision.
- 2Incomplete information about the immediate risk to the child
- 3Missing supporting evidence demonstrating the need for intervention
- 4Incorrect court location or jurisdiction
- 5Failure to properly notify all relevant parties
Plain English
This form helps someone request a temporary court order to place a child in special care when there are immediate safety concerns. It's for situations where a child needs protection right now while the court makes a longer-term decision.
Submission Date
- Filing date: This form should be submitted as soon as there are urgent concerns about a child's welfare, as there is no standard deadline for applications requiring immediate attention.
- 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 immediate intervention is needed for a child's safety
- Use for temporary orders while a full care order application is being processed
- Use when there are urgent concerns that cannot wait for standard procedures
- Do not use for permanent care orders - a different form would be required
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Permanent Special Care Order
For long-term care arrangements
✓ Check if your situation requires immediate or long-term intervention
Emergency Protection Order
For immediate protection without going through special care order process
✓ Check if your situation meets emergency criteria
Care Order Application
For standard care order proceedings
✓ Check if your situation requires urgent interim measures
Deadline or filing window
This form should be submitted as soon as there are urgent concerns about a child's welfare, as there is no standard deadline for applications requiring immediate attention.
Before you submit
- 1All sections of the form are completed
- 2Supporting documentation is included
- 3Form is signed by the authorized person
- 4Copies are made for personal records
- 5Correct court location is identified
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct form (Form 84.40F) from the Courts Service website or court office
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information about the child and situation
- 3Gather supporting evidence and documentation
- 4Submit the form to the appropriate court office
- 5Ensure all required parties receive notification
Known limitations
- 1This form only applies to interim orders, not permanent care arrangements
- 2The court must be satisfied that there are immediate concerns requiring intervention
- 3The form must be completed by an authorized person with standing to make the application
- 4The child's rights and best interests must be central to the application
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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 the current version (84.40F)
- Check that all references to legislation are up to date
- Ensure contact information for the Courts Service is current
- Confirm that any recent amendments to the Child Care Act are reflected
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm issued by the Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCBased on Child Care Act 1991, Section 23C
- SRCAmended by Children Act 2001, Section 16
- SRCFor interim special care orders only
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific submission procedures
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact processing times
Common confusion points
The difference between interim and permanent care orders
Who has the authority to complete and submit this form
What constitutes 'immediate risk' requiring this form
How this form relates to other child protection measures
Requirements for notifying parents or guardians
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