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Form No.14 Notice of Objection by Respondent to the Making of an Order Under Section 68, 70, Or 103
Form No.14 is a Notice of Objection filed by a respondent who wants to challenge a court order made under Section 68, 70 or 103 of the Courts of Justice Act. Use it when you disagree with a provisional or interlocutory order and wish to raise formal objections.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.14 Notice of Objection by Respondent to the Making of an Order Under Section 68, 70, Or 103
Form No.14 is a Notice of Objection filed by a respondent who wants to challenge a court order made under Section 68, 70 or 103 of the Courts of Justice Act. Use it when you disagree with a provisional or interlocutory order and wish to raise formal objections.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is filing after the deadline, which usually results in the objection being rejected.
- 2Missing the filing deadline
- 3Failing to specify the correct section (68, 70, or 103)
- 4Omitting required supporting documents
- 5Incorrect court address or case reference
Plain English
If a judge has issued an order you think is wrong – for example, a bail order, a protection order or a direction to produce documents – you can file this notice to tell the court you object. It puts your concerns on the record so the court can consider them before the order becomes final.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The objection must be lodged within the period stated in the order, typically 14 days from service. If the order sets a different timeframe, that period prevails.
- 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
- When you are the respondent and want to object to a provisional order.
- When the order cites Section 68, 70 or 103 of the Courts of Justice Act.
- When you need to raise legal grounds before the order becomes final.
- If you have supporting evidence that challenges the order.
- When the court has expressly invited objections within a set period.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
You want to appeal a final judgment
Appeals go to the Court of Appeal or Supreme Court
✓ Verify the judgment is final before using Form No.31
You need to vary an existing order without objection
Used for amendment, not objection
✓ Confirm the order can be varied
Form No.10 (Application to Vary an Order)
You missed the objection deadline
No alternative form; you may seek court discretion
✓ Apply for extension with a written request
Deadline or filing window
The objection must be lodged within the period stated in the order, typically 14 days from service. If the order sets a different timeframe, that period prevails.
Before you submit
- 1Correct case number and court name entered
- 2All respondent details are accurate
- 3Exact order reference (section and date) is listed
- 4Grounds of objection are clearly written
- 5All supporting documents attached
- 6Form signed and dated by the respondent
- 7Copy retained for personal records
- 8Delivery method (post, in‑person, online) confirmed
- 9Recorded delivery receipt obtained if posting
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Form No.14 from courts.ie.
- 2Complete the form in black ink or via the online PDF editor.
- 3Attach any evidence (e.g., medical reports, witness statements).
- 4Make a duplicate copy for your records.
- 5Send the original to the court registrar by the deadline.
- 6If posting, use recorded delivery and keep the receipt.
- 7Confirm receipt with the court clerk if you do not hear back within 5 days.
Known limitations
- 1Form does not apply to final judgments, only interim orders.
- 2Only the respondent can file; third parties must use a different procedure.
- 3Electronic filing may not be available for all courts.
- 4No provision for filing in Irish language; translation may be required.
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the form header for the latest revision date.
- Confirm the listed sections (68, 70, 103) match your order.
- Verify the court’s filing address on the form.
- Ensure any attached annexes follow the current format.
- Review the deadline wording – some orders specify 7 days instead of 14.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 26/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm name and number taken from Courts Service catalogue.
- SRCSections 68, 70, 103 referenced from Courts of Justice Act (general knowledge).
- SRCTypical 14‑day deadline inferred from standard practice for interim orders.
- SRCOnline filing availability noted from Courts Service website (not confirmed for this specific form).
- SRCDeadlines and filing address details not confirmed in official source; based on usual court procedures.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Section 68 (bail) with Section 70 (protection) objections.
Assuming the same deadline applies to all orders.
Believing the form can be used to appeal a final judgment.
Forgetting to attach the original order copy.
Using the wrong court address for filing.
Not signing the form or using an electronic signature not accepted by the court.
Submitting via email when the court requires postal delivery.
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