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Form 84A.4 Order For Detention - Mental Health Act 2001, Section 25(6)
Form 84A.4 is an Order For Detention issued under Section 25(6) of the Mental Health Act 2001 in Ireland. This form is used when a court needs to order the detention of a person for assessment or treatment related to mental health issues.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84A.4 Order For Detention - Mental Health Act 2001, Section 25(6)
Form 84A.4 is an Order For Detention issued under Section 25(6) of the Mental Health Act 2001 in Ireland. This form is used when a court needs to order the detention of a person for assessment or treatment related to mental health issues.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to properly document the legal basis for detention is the most common mistake that can invalidate the order.
- 2Incorrect completion of personal details of the detained person
- 3Missing required legal justifications for detention
- 4Failure to include proper medical information supporting the need for detention
- 5Incorrect duration specified for the detention order
Plain English
This form is a legal document that allows a court to place someone in a psychiatric facility against their will when necessary. It's not used lightly and requires proper legal procedures to ensure the person's rights are protected while addressing mental health concerns.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Detention orders must be completed and filed promptly once the court makes its determination to avoid any gaps in legal authority for detention.
- 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 this form when a court needs to order detention for mental health assessment
- Use this form when detention is required under Section 25(6) of the Mental Health Act 2001
- Use this form when other less restrictive options have been considered
- Use this form only when proper legal procedures have been followed
- Do not use this form for voluntary admissions to psychiatric facilities
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Emergency detention
For immediate detention before court order
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Voluntary admission
When person agrees to treatment
✓ Verify voluntary status before proceeding
Transfer between facilities
For changing location of detention
✓ Ensure proper transfer procedures are followed
Appeal of detention order
When challenging a detention decision
✓ Check appeal deadlines carefully
Deadline or filing window
Detention orders must be completed and filed promptly once the court makes its determination to avoid any gaps in legal authority for detention.
Before you submit
- 1All personal details of the detained person are complete and accurate
- 2Legal basis for detention is clearly stated
- 3Medical information supporting detention is included
- 4Duration of detention is specified correctly
- 5Authorized signatures are present
- 6Form is completed in full with no blank sections
- 7Copies are made for all parties involved
- 8Court filing fees are paid if required
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the official Form 84A.4 from the Courts Service
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information about the person and case
- 3Have the form reviewed by legal counsel if possible
- 4Submit the completed form to the appropriate court office
- 5Pay any required filing fees
- 6Obtain a copy of the filed form for your records
- 7Ensure all relevant parties receive notification of the detention order
Known limitations
- 1This form can only be used by authorized court officials
- 2Detention must be justified under specific sections of the Mental Health Act
- 3The form does not replace proper court hearings
- 4Regular reviews of detention orders are required by law
- 5The form must be completed in accordance with current mental health legislation
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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->Form 84A.4 is the current version used for Mental Health Act detention orders under Section 25(6), though users should verify with the Courts Service for any recent updates.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify current version with Courts Service website
- Check for any recent changes to detention procedures
- Confirm all legal references are up-to-date
- Ensure medical assessment requirements are current
- Check if notification procedures have changed
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm is issued by the Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCRelated to Mental Health Act 2001, Section 25(6)
- SRCUsed for court-ordered detention for mental health assessment/treatment
- SRCPart of a series of forms for mental health detention procedures
- SRCRequires proper legal authorization to be valid
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: current submission procedures
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific filing locations
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: recent updates to the form
Common confusion points
Confusion between voluntary and involuntary admission procedures
Uncertainty about which specific section of the Mental Health Act applies
Misunderstanding of the duration limits for detention orders
Confusion about who can authorize completion of the form
Unclear procedures for notifying the person of their rights
Confusion about requirements for medical assessments
Uncertainty about appeal processes for detention orders
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