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Form 84.40P – Information For Warrant To Inspect Premises - Child Care Act 1991, Section 23T (2) (As Inserted By Section 16 Of The Children Act 2001)
Form 84.40P is used to provide information supporting a warrant to inspect premises under Section 23T(2) of the Child Care Act 1991, as amended by the Children Act 2001. This form helps facilitate court-ordered inspections of premises where a child may be at risk or where child care services are provided.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.40P – Information For Warrant To Inspect Premises - Child Care Act 1991, Section 23T (2) (As Inserted By Section 16 Of The Children Act 2001)
Form 84.40P is used to provide information supporting a warrant to inspect premises under Section 23T(2) of the Child Care Act 1991, as amended by the Children Act 2001. This form helps facilitate court-ordered inspections of premises where a child may be at risk or where child care services are provided.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to provide specific, factual details about the child's risk can lead to warrant denial.
- 2Incomplete information about the premises location
- 3Vague descriptions of child welfare concerns
- 4Missing supporting evidence
- 5Incorrect court jurisdiction
Plain English
This form helps officials get permission from a court to check a place where a child lives or receives care. It's used when there are concerns about a child's welfare or safety that require a formal inspection of the premises.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no standard deadline, but warrants should be applied for as soon as concerns arise, as delays may impact child welfare. Urgent situations may require same-day submission.
- 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 seeking a warrant to inspect premises where a child may be at risk
- Use for inspections related to child welfare concerns under Section 23T of the Child Care Act
- Use when formal court authorization is required to access private premises
- Not for routine inspections where consent has been obtained
- Not for emergency situations requiring immediate intervention without court approval
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Emergency child protection situation
For immediate protection without warrant
✓ Contact social services first
Routine inspection with consent
When voluntary access is possible
✓ Get written permission from premises owner
Application for care order
For ongoing court supervision beyond inspection
✓ Different legal process and requirements
Form 9 (Application for Care Order)
Complaint about child care services
For service-specific issues rather than premises inspection
✓ Focus on service quality rather than physical inspection
Form 84.40 (Complaint about Child Care Services)
Deadline or filing window
There is no standard deadline, but warrants should be applied for as soon as concerns arise, as delays may impact child welfare. Urgent situations may require same-day submission.
Before you submit
- 1All sections of the form are completed
- 2Specific address of premises to be inspected is provided
- 3Detailed description of child welfare concerns is included
- 4Supporting evidence or reports are attached
- 5Correct court jurisdiction is identified
- 6Any required fees are included
- 7Form is signed and dated
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 84.40P with specific details
- 2Gather supporting evidence about child welfare concerns
- 3Identify the correct District Court for jurisdiction
- 4Submit the completed form to the court office
- 5Pay any required fees
- 6Attend any required court hearing
- 7Await the court's decision on the warrant application
Known limitations
- 1This form only applies to inspections under specific sections of the Child Care Act
- 2Court approval is required before any inspection can proceed
- 3The form does not provide emergency authority to enter premises without a warrant
- 4Completing this form does not guarantee a warrant will be issued
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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 references the correct legislation (Child Care Act 1991 as amended)
- Check that court fees requirements are current
- Confirm the latest court procedures for warrant applications
- Ensure contact information for local courts is up to date
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm name and number confirmed from Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCLegal basis confirmed from Child Care Act 1991, Section 23T(2)
- SRCAmendment confirmed from Children Act 2001, Section 16
- SRCSubmission process not confirmed in official source
- SRCCurrent form status not confirmed in official source
- SRCFee requirements not confirmed in official source
- SRCProcessing timeframe not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with emergency protection applications
Not understanding that a warrant must be obtained before inspection
Providing insufficient detail about the child's situation
Submitting to the wrong court jurisdiction
Not including necessary supporting evidence
Misunderstanding the difference between inspection and other court orders
Assuming the form can be used for adult care facilities
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