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Form 84.40H – Notice Of Application For An Extension Of An Interim Special Care Order - Child Care Act 1991, Section 23C (2) (As Inserted By Section 16 Of The Children Act 2001)
This form is used to request an extension of an interim special care order under the Child Care Act 1991. It would be filed when a current interim special care order is approaching its expiration date and additional time is needed for the child's care arrangements.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.40H – Notice Of Application For An Extension Of An Interim Special Care Order - Child Care Act 1991, Section 23C (2) (As Inserted By Section 16 Of The Children Act 2001)
This form is used to request an extension of an interim special care order under the Child Care Act 1991. It would be filed when a current interim special care order is approaching its expiration date and additional time is needed for the child's care arrangements.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to file before the current order expires could leave the child without legal protection.
- 2Missing the deadline for filing before the current order expires
- 3Incomplete information about why the extension is necessary
- 4Not providing adequate evidence of the child's ongoing care needs
- 5Filing with incorrect court details
Plain English
This form helps courts continue special care arrangements for a child when the current order is about to end. It's part of Ireland's child protection system that allows temporary care orders for children with special needs.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File this form at least 7-14 days before the current interim special care order expires to allow for court processing time. Late filing risks a gap in legal protection for the child.
- 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 interim special care order
- Not for initial applications for special care orders
- Not for final care orders
- Use when the current order is due to expire and continued care is needed
- For cases involving children with special care needs under the Child Care Act
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Initial application for special care order
Different process for first-time applications
✓ Check if this is an extension or new application
Form 84.40 (Notice of Application for Special Care Order)
Application for final care order
For permanent rather than temporary orders
✓ Verify if you need interim or final care
Form 84.41 (Notice of Application for Special Care Order)
Application for variation of existing order
For extending current interim orders
✓ Confirm you're extending not replacing
Emergency application for immediate care
For urgent situations outside normal timelines
✓ Check if immediate action is needed
Deadline or filing window
File this form at least 7-14 days before the current interim special care order expires to allow for court processing time. Late filing risks a gap in legal protection for the child.
Before you submit
- 1All sections of the form completed
- 2Current order details accurately recorded
- 3Specific reasons for extension clearly stated
- 4Supporting documentation attached
- 5Correct court registry identified
- 6All relevant parties notified
- 7Copy retained for personal records
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the current Form 84.40H from the Courts Service or website
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information about the current order
- 3Prepare supporting documentation about the child's care needs
- 4Submit to the appropriate court registry before the current order expires
- 5Ensure all parties receive notice of the application
- 6Attend any required court hearings
- 7Keep a copy of the filed form for your records
Known limitations
- 1This form only extends existing interim orders, it doesn't create new ones
- 2It cannot be used to change the terms of the original order
- 3The court must be satisfied that continued special care is necessary
- 4The form must be filed through proper court channels
- 5Electronic filing options may be limited for this form type
Field map
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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This form is current as of the Child Care Act 1991 and Children Act 2001 amendments. Recent changes to child care legislation may affect requirements.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the form references the current Child Care Act 1991 as amended
- Check if recent Children Act 2001 amendments affect requirements
- Ensure court fees are up to date
- Confirm if electronic filing options are now available
- Check if supporting documentation requirements have changed
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm issued by Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCGoverned by Child Care Act 1991, Section 23C(2)
- SRCAmended by Children Act 2001, Section 16
- SRCForm number: 84.40H
- SRCPurpose: Extension of interim special care orders
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Current filing fees
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Electronic filing options
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Exact processing timeline
Common confusion points
Confusing this with initial special care order applications
Unclear about what constitutes 'special care' under the Act
Not understanding the difference between interim and final orders
Missing which court has jurisdiction for the case
Unclear about required documentation for the extension
Not knowing how much notice to give before filing
Confusion about who needs to be notified of the application
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