Form 84.7 – Directions Under Section 13 (7) (A) Of The Act - Child Care Act, 1991

What this form is for

• • Use this form when the court needs to issue specific directions under Section 13(7)(A) of the Child Care Act 1991
• • This is for formal court proceedings, not for informal arrangements
• • Only use this form when directed by the court or when initiating proceedings that require such directions
• • Not for use in adoption proceedings, which have separate forms and processes

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

Court deadlines for submitting this form will be specified by the court in your specific case. There is no general fixed deadline, as timing depends on the court schedule and urgency of the case.

Before you submit

• • Ensure all sections of the form are completed accurately
• • Verify that the form is signed by the appropriate court official or legal representative
• • Check that copies have been prepared for all parties involved
• • Confirm that the correct court fee has been paid if applicable
• • Ensure the form references the correct case number and parties
• • Verify that the directions are clear and specific

How to file this form

1. 1Obtain the correct version of Form 84.7 from the Courts Service of Ireland
2. 2Complete the form with all required information about the directions to be issued
3. 3Have the form reviewed by legal counsel if you're representing yourself
4. 4Submit the completed form to the appropriate court office
5. 5Ensure all parties receive copies of the submitted form
6. 6Attend any required court hearings related to the directions

Known limitations

• • This form only applies to proceedings under the Child Care Act 1991
• • It cannot be used for emergency protection orders
• • The form must be completed in accordance with specific court procedures
• • It may not be suitable for all types of child care arrangements
• • Using this form without legal advice may result in errors