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Form 84.6 – Notice Of Application For Directions (Under Section 13 (7) (A) Of The Act) - Child Care Act, 1991
Form 84.6 is a notice form used to apply for directions in child care proceedings under Section 13(7)(A) of the Child Care Act 1991. This form is typically used when a party needs specific instructions or guidance from the court regarding how a child care case should proceed.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.6 – Notice Of Application For Directions (Under Section 13 (7) (A) Of The Act) - Child Care Act, 1991
Form 84.6 is a notice form used to apply for directions in child care proceedings under Section 13(7)(A) of the Child Care Act 1991. This form is typically used when a party needs specific instructions or guidance from the court regarding how a child care case should proceed.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Always clearly specify exactly what directions you're requesting from the court.
- 2Incomplete form may result in court rejecting your application
- 3Missing supporting documents could weaken your request
- 4Failure to serve all parties may delay proceedings
- 5Unclear direction requests may lead to unsatisfactory court responses
Plain English
This form helps you ask the court for specific instructions in a child care case. If you're involved in a child care matter and need guidance on how to proceed with certain aspects of the case, this form lets you formally request those instructions from the judge.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File this form as soon as you identify the need for directions in your case, but allow sufficient time for preparation and serving all parties. There are no fixed deadlines, but delays may affect your case progression.
- 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 specific court instructions in a child care case
- Use when other methods of resolving case issues have been unsuccessful
- Use when you require guidance on procedural matters in your child care case
- Use when you need clarification on specific aspects of your case from the court
- Do not use for initial applications in child care proceedings
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Interim Care Order Application
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Deadline or filing window
File this form as soon as you identify the need for directions in your case, but allow sufficient time for preparation and serving all parties. There are no fixed deadlines, but delays may affect your case progression.
Before you submit
- 1Form is fully completed with all required sections filled in
- 2All relevant case details are accurately stated
- 3Specific directions requested are clearly described
- 4Supporting documents are attached
- 5All parties in the case have been served with a copy
- 6Form is filed with the correct court office handling your case
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct Form 84.6 from the Courts Service website or court office
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information about your case
- 3Prepare a clear statement of the specific directions you're requesting
- 4Attach any relevant supporting documents
- 5File the form with the appropriate court office
- 6Serve copies on all other parties in the case
- 7Keep a copy for your records
Known limitations
- 1This form only requests directions, it doesn't change existing court orders
- 2The court may refuse to give directions if they believe the matter should be handled differently
- 3This form cannot be used to initiate new child care proceedings
- 4The court may require a hearing before making directions
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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 you're using the most recent version of Form 84.6
- Check that all references to sections of the Child Care Act are current
- Ensure any contact information for court offices is up to date
- Confirm any recent changes to court procedures affecting child care cases
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm number: Form 84.6Notice Of Application For Directions (Under Section 13 (7) (A) Of The Act) - Child Care Act, 1991
- SRCIssuing agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCPurpose: Application for directions in child care proceedings
- SRCLegal basis: Section 13(7)(A) of the Child Care Act 1991
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Current filing procedures
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Processing times
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific court locations for filing
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with initial care order applications
Unclear about what specific directions can be requested
Not understanding the difference between directions and appeals
Uncertainty about which court office to file with
Not realizing all parties must be served with the form
Confusion about the relationship between this form and other child care forms
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