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Form 84.40G – Interim Special Care Order - Child Care Act 1991, Section 23C (As Inserted By Section 16 Of The Children Act 2001)
Form 84.40G is used to apply for an interim special care order in Irish courts when a child needs immediate protection under the Child Care Act 1991. This form is specifically for situations requiring urgent court intervention before a full special care order can be considered.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.40G – Interim Special Care Order - Child Care Act 1991, Section 23C (As Inserted By Section 16 Of The Children Act 2001)
Form 84.40G is used to apply for an interim special care order in Irish courts when a child needs immediate protection under the Child Care Act 1991. This form is specifically for situations requiring urgent court intervention before a full special care order can be considered.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Missing evidence of immediate risk to the child could result in the application being denied.
- 2Incomplete information about the child's current situation
- 3Missing supporting documentation from professionals
- 4Incorrect legal citations or references to sections
- 5Failure to demonstrate immediate risk to the child
Plain English
This form helps a court quickly decide if a child needs special care right away. It's used when a child might be in danger or at risk and cannot be safely cared for by their parents or guardians.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Interim special care order applications should be filed as soon as a child's immediate risk is identified, as there is no specific time limit but delays could affect the child's safety and the court's ability to intervene promptly.
- 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 a child is in immediate danger or at risk of harm
- Use when parents cannot provide adequate care and protection
- Use before applying for a full special care order
- Do not use for routine child welfare matters
- Use only when urgent court intervention is necessary
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Emergency protection situation
Immediate court intervention needed
✓ Check if the situation truly requires immediate action
Long-term special care needed
Full hearing process required
✓ Determine if interim order is necessary before full hearing
Child welfare assessment
Non-legal assessment process
✓ Check if legal intervention is necessary
Care proceedings without immediate risk
Less urgent court process
✓ Verify the urgency of the situation
Deadline or filing window
Interim special care order applications should be filed as soon as a child's immediate risk is identified, as there is no specific time limit but delays could affect the child's safety and the court's ability to intervene promptly.
Before you submit
- 1Complete all sections of the form with accurate information
- 2Attach all relevant reports and assessments
- 3Verify all parties have been properly notified
- 4Check that legal representation is in order
- 5Ensure all required signatures are included
- 6Confirm the correct court venue for the application
How to file this form
- 1Complete the form with all required information about the child and circumstances
- 2Gather supporting evidence and reports from social workers or professionals
- 3File the application with the appropriate District Court or Family Court
- 4Ensure all parties involved are properly served with the application
- 5Attend the court hearing for the interim order application
Known limitations
- 1This form only applies to interim orders, not final special care orders
- 2The court must be satisfied that the child is at immediate risk
- 3The order is temporary pending a full hearing on the special care order
- 4Only certain authorized persons can apply for this order
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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
- Verify the form references the correct sections of the Child Care Act 1991
- Check that any references to the Children Act 2001 amendments are current
- Ensure all court addresses and contact information are up to date
- Confirm any recent changes to special care order procedures
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm issued by Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCBased on Child Care Act 1991, Section 23C
- SRCAmended by Children Act 2001, Section 16
- SRCUsed for interim special care orders only
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific eligibility criteria for applicants
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact time limits for interim orders
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: current court fees for this application
Common confusion points
Confusing interim orders with final special care orders
Not understanding who has legal standing to apply for this order
Misinterpreting the grounds for immediate risk
Unclear about the difference between emergency protection and special care
Not knowing which court has jurisdiction for the application
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