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Form 84.60 – Order On Question Affecting The Welfare Of A Child (Under Section 47 Of The Act) - Child Care Act, 1991
This form is used by the Irish courts to make formal orders regarding matters affecting a child's welfare under Section 47 of the Child Care Act, 1991. It would be used in legal proceedings where the court needs to determine specific arrangements or decisions impacting a child's well-being.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.60 – Order On Question Affecting The Welfare Of A Child (Under Section 47 Of The Act) - Child Care Act, 1991
This form is used by the Irish courts to make formal orders regarding matters affecting a child's welfare under Section 47 of the Child Care Act, 1991. It would be used in legal proceedings where the court needs to determine specific arrangements or decisions impacting a child's well-being.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Ensure all sections related to the child's welfare are completed thoroughly, as incomplete information can lead to inadequate court protection.
- 2Incomplete information affecting the court's decision
- 3Incorrect reference to Section 47 provisions
- 4Missing supporting documentation
- 5Errors in child identification details
Plain English
This is a court document that helps judges make decisions about what's best for a child when their welfare is being considered in legal proceedings. It's part of Ireland's legal system for protecting children's interests in court cases.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Court deadlines for this form would be set by the specific court handling the case, with timing dependent on the urgency of the welfare concerns and the court schedule.
- 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 specifically dealing with Section 47 of the Child Care Act, 1991
- Appropriate for court proceedings affecting a child's welfare
- Required when formal court orders on child welfare are needed
- Different from general child custody or access forms
- Specific to situations where the court needs to make determinations under Section 47
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
General child custody dispute
Different legal basis and procedures
✓ Check if your case involves specific welfare concerns under Section 47
Child access arrangements
Focuses on contact rights rather than broader welfare determinations
✓ Verify if your case involves welfare beyond access issues
Guardianship applications
Deals with legal rights and responsibilities rather than specific welfare orders
✓ Confirm if your case requires a welfare determination under Section 47
Emergency protection orders
For immediate protection concerns rather than ongoing welfare determinations
✓ Determine if your situation requires immediate intervention or planned welfare assessment
Deadline or filing window
Court deadlines for this form would be set by the specific court handling the case, with timing dependent on the urgency of the welfare concerns and the court schedule.
Before you submit
- 1All sections completed with accurate information
- 2Child's details properly identified
- 3Specific welfare concerns clearly articulated
- 4Reference to Section 47 properly noted
- 5All supporting documentation attached
- 6Form signed by authorized court personnel
- 7Copy retained for personal records
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct version of Form 84.60 from the Courts Service
- 2Complete all sections with accurate and detailed information
- 3Attach any necessary supporting documentation
- 4Submit to the appropriate court office or through designated procedures
- 5Ensure proper service on all relevant parties
- 6Keep a copy for your records
- 7Follow up with court to confirm receipt
Known limitations
- 1This form is specific to Section 47 proceedings and may not cover all child welfare scenarios
- 2Requires proper legal context and may need to be used in conjunction with other forms
- 3Not suitable for emergency situations requiring immediate intervention
- 4May require legal expertise to complete correctly
- 5Does not replace the need for legal representation in court proceedings
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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the current version matches recent court procedures
- Check for any updates to Section 47 interpretation or application
- Confirm that all referenced legislation is current
- Ensure compatibility with recent child welfare guidelines
- Review any recent court precedents that might affect form usage
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm name: Form 84.60Order On Question Affecting The Welfare Of A Child (Under Section 47 Of The Act) - Child Care Act, 1991
- SRCIssuing agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCLegal basis: Child Care Act, 1991, Section 47
- SRCPurpose: For court orders affecting child welfare
- SRCSubmission process: Not confirmed in official source
- SRCCurrent version status: Not confirmed in official source
- SRCSpecific deadlines: Not confirmed in official source
- SRCRequired supporting documents: Not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with general child custody or access forms
Misunderstanding the specific scope of Section 47 provisions
Uncertainty about who can complete or submit the form
Confusion about what constitutes a 'question affecting the welfare of a child'
Difficulty understanding the relationship between this form and other court documents
Unclear about the timeframe for submitting the form
Confusion about the difference between this form and emergency protection orders
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