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to apply for a date
This form is used to request a specific date for court proceedings before the Courts Service of Ireland. It should be used when you need to schedule a court hearing, appointment, or other court-related date.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - to apply for a date
This form is used to request a specific date for court proceedings before the Courts Service of Ireland. It should be used when you need to schedule a court hearing, appointment, or other court-related date.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Always double-check the case number before submitting to ensure your request is linked to the correct legal matter.
- 2Providing incorrect case details
- 3Submitting without proper identification
- 4Failing to attach required supporting documents
- 5Not allowing enough time for scheduling
Plain English
If you're involved in a legal case in Ireland and need to book a date for your court appearance, this is the form you'll need to fill out. It helps the court administration schedule your case at a time that works for everyone involved.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this form at least 4-6 weeks before your preferred date to allow adequate time for court scheduling and notification of all parties.
- 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 to schedule a new court hearing date
- Use when requesting to change an existing court date
- Use when scheduling case management conferences
- Use when booking appointments with court officials
- Do not use for emergency or urgent matters
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Emergency date request
Emergency requests have priority processing
✓ Contact the court directly before submitting
Date change request
Must show good cause for changing
✓ Check court rules on notice periods for date changes
Case closure request
Different process for ending cases
✓ Ensure all case matters are resolved before using
Witness summons
Different legal requirements
✓ Must include proper legal grounds for summons
Form to compel witness attendance
Deadline or filing window
Submit this form at least 4-6 weeks before your preferred date to allow adequate time for court scheduling and notification of all parties.
Before you submit
- 1Case number is correct and complete
- 2All required fields are filled
- 3Requested dates are within acceptable court hours
- 4Supporting documents are attached
- 5Form is signed if required
- 6Copy is retained for records
- 7Payment of any fees is included
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct form from Courts Service website or court office
- 2Complete all required fields with accurate information
- 3Gather any necessary supporting documents
- 4Submit through preferred method (online, post, or in person)
- 5Keep a copy of the submitted form
- 6Follow up if confirmation not received within 10 working days
Known limitations
- 1Cannot guarantee specific dates will be available
- 2Does not apply to criminal jury trials
- 3May not be used for matters already scheduled
- 4Some courts may have additional local requirements
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 you have the latest version from Courts Service website
- Check if recent court rule changes affect this form
- Confirm any new identification requirements
- Review updated contact information for court offices
- Check for any new digital submission options
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/09/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm issued by Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm number: Form to apply for a date
- SRCPurpose: To request court dates and hearings
- SRCSubmission methods: Online portal, post, in-person
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific processing times
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Fee requirements
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Exact fields on the form
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with application forms for court orders
Not realizing some courts have separate scheduling departments
Assuming all dates requested will be granted
Failing to distinguish between different types of court dates
Not understanding the notice periods required for certain hearings
Mixing up case numbers between different legal matters
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