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Form 84.49 – Order Authorising Refusal To Allow Access To A Child - Child Care Act, 1991 Section 37 (3) (A)
Form 84.49 is a court application seeking authorization to refuse access to a child under Section 37(3)(A) of the Child Care Act, 1991. It is used when a person believes that allowing access to a child would be harmful to the child's welfare.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.49 – Order Authorising Refusal To Allow Access To A Child - Child Care Act, 1991 Section 37 (3) (A)
Form 84.49 is a court application seeking authorization to refuse access to a child under Section 37(3)(A) of the Child Care Act, 1991. It is used when a person believes that allowing access to a child would be harmful to the child's welfare.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is not providing enough specific evidence about potential harm to the child.
- 2Insufficient evidence to support the claim that access would be harmful
- 3Incorrectly identifying the court with jurisdiction
- 4Missing required signatures or witness attestations
- 5Failing to properly serve the application on all relevant parties
Plain English
This form helps you ask a court for permission to prevent someone from seeing or spending time with a child. You would use this if you believe allowing access could put the child at risk of harm or negatively affect their wellbeing.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no standard deadline for this form as it's typically used when immediate concerns arise. However, applications should be filed as soon as possible when safety concerns exist, as courts may prioritize cases involving potential harm to children.
- 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 court permission to refuse access to protect a child from harm
- Use when access arrangements cannot be resolved through mediation or agreement
- Use when there are immediate concerns about a child's safety with the access person
- Use when standard access orders are not sufficient to address specific risks
- Do not use for routine access disputes that can be resolved through agreement
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Emergency protection situation
Different legal standard and timeframe
✓ Check if immediate protection is needed before proceeding
Form related to emergency protection orders
Access dispute without harm concerns
Different legal threshold and requirements
✓ Confirm there are no safety concerns with access
International access issues
Different legal procedures and enforcement
✓ Verify if international elements are involved
Form with international jurisdiction elements
Seeking to modify existing access order
Different legal process based on existing court decision
✓ Check if there is an existing access order in place
Form for variation of existing orders
Deadline or filing window
There is no standard deadline for this form as it's typically used when immediate concerns arise. However, applications should be filed as soon as possible when safety concerns exist, as courts may prioritize cases involving potential harm to children.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all sections of the form are completed with accurate information
- 2Include specific details about why access should be refused
- 3Gather all supporting evidence of potential harm to the child
- 4Verify you have the correct court address and filing fees
- 5Prepare copies for all parties who need to be served
- 6Check if any additional local court forms are required
- 7Confirm you understand the next steps after filing
How to file this form
- 1Complete the Form 84.49 with all required information about the child and access situation
- 2Gather supporting evidence demonstrating why access should be refused
- 3Determine the appropriate court based on location and jurisdiction
- 4Pay any required court fees or obtain a fee exemption certificate
- 5File the form at the appropriate court office or through the online portal
- 6Ensure proper service on all relevant parties according to court rules
- 7Attend any required court hearings or appointments
Known limitations
- 1The court must be satisfied that access would be harmful to the child's welfare
- 2This form does not automatically prevent access; it requires court authorization
- 3The process may not provide immediate protection in emergency situations
- 4Courts may consider alternative arrangements rather than complete refusal of access
- 5The form cannot be used to resolve disputes over custody or guardianship
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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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This form remains in active use under the Child Care Act, 1991, though specific procedures may vary by court region. Always check with the local court office for the most current requirements.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify you have the most current version of Form 84.49 from the Courts Service website
- Check that all references to the Child Care Act, 1991 Section 37(3)(A) are still current
- Confirm any recent changes to required supporting documentation
- Ensure court fees and payment methods are up to date
- Check if electronic filing options have been expanded
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm number: 84.49 - Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCLegal basis: Child Care Act, 1991 Section 37(3)(A)
- SRCIssuing agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCPurpose: Authorizing refusal of access to a child
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific court fees
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Current processing times
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Required supporting documentation details
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Electronic filing availability
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with standard access application forms
Not understanding that the court must find potential harm to the child
Misidentifying which court has jurisdiction over the case
Failing to properly serve all relevant parties
Not providing sufficient evidence of potential harm
Confusing access refusal with custody arrangements
Not understanding the difference between emergency and non-emergency applications
Assuming this form provides immediate protection without court approval
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