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Form 84.41 – Notice Of Application For An Order Requesting The Preparation Of A Report - Child Care Act 1991, Section 27
Form 84.41 is used to formally request the court order preparation of a report in child care proceedings under Section 27 of the Child Care Act 1991. This form initiates the process for obtaining professional assessment or information relevant to a child's welfare.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.41 – Notice Of Application For An Order Requesting The Preparation Of A Report - Child Care Act 1991, Section 27
Form 84.41 is used to formally request the court order preparation of a report in child care proceedings under Section 27 of the Child Care Act 1991. This form initiates the process for obtaining professional assessment or information relevant to a child's welfare.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is not providing enough detail about why the report is necessary for the court's decision.
- 2Incomplete information leading to rejection
- 3Missing submission deadlines
- 4Not providing sufficient detail about why the report is needed
- 5Failing to notify all relevant parties
Plain English
This form helps you ask a judge to arrange for a professional report about a child's situation in care proceedings. It's the official way to request information that could influence decisions about where a child lives or how they're cared for.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Applications for reports should be submitted as early as possible in the proceedings to allow sufficient time for the report to be prepared before the court makes its decision. Specific deadlines may be set by the court in your case.
- 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 you need a professional assessment of the child's circumstances
- Use when you require a report from a social worker, psychologist, or other professional
- Use when the court needs additional information to make a decision about the child's welfare
- Don't use for emergency protection orders or other urgent matters
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For applying for guardianship of a child
✓ Check if you need guardianship rather than just a report
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For urgent protection of a child
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Access application
For arranging access to a child
✓ Check if your issue is about access rather than requiring a report
Deadline or filing window
Applications for reports should be submitted as early as possible in the proceedings to allow sufficient time for the report to be prepared before the court makes its decision. Specific deadlines may be set by the court in your case.
Before you submit
- 1All sections of the form are completed
- 2The reason for requesting the report is clearly stated
- 3All relevant parties have been notified
- 4Supporting documents are attached
- 5The correct court fee is included if required
- 6A copy is kept for your records
- 7The form is signed and dated
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct version of Form 84.41 from the Courts Service website or court office
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information
- 3Prepare any supporting documentation
- 4Submit the completed form to the appropriate court office
- 5Pay any required fees
- 6Ensure proper service on all relevant parties
- 7Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records
Known limitations
- 1This form only requests the preparation of a report, not the report itself
- 2The court may not grant the request if it's not considered necessary
- 3The form doesn't guarantee the content of the final report
- 4There may be time constraints on when reports can be prepared
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 is the current version for applications under Section 27 of the Child Care Act 1991, but court procedures may be updated, so always verify with the Courts Service of Ireland website for the most recent version.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the form number matches the current version (84.41)
- Check if any sections have been updated or added
- Confirm the correct fee structure if applicable
- Ensure you're using the most recent version from the Courts Service website
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm number: 84.41
- SRCIssuing agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCPurpose: Notice of application for an order requesting the preparation of a report
- SRCLegal basis: Child Care Act 1991, Section 27
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Current processing times
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific fee amounts
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Exact submission procedures
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with the actual report application
Not understanding who should receive copies of the form
Uncertainty about what information should be included in the request
Confusion about the difference between this form and other child care forms
Not knowing which court office to submit the form to
Misunderstanding the timeline for report preparation
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