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Form No. 2 Certificate Under Section 58, Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008
This is a certificate form under Section 58 of the Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008. It is used to formalize requests for international cooperation in criminal matters between Irish courts and foreign authorities.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 2 Certificate Under Section 58, Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008
This is a certificate form under Section 58 of the Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008. It is used to formalize requests for international cooperation in criminal matters between Irish courts and foreign authorities.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is failing to include complete and accurate details about the specific type of assistance being requested.
- 2Incomplete information about the legal basis for the request
- 3Missing signatures from authorized court officials
- 4Incorrect specification of the type of assistance required
- 5Failure to include necessary supporting documentation
Plain English
This form helps Irish courts work with other countries on criminal investigations. When Irish authorities need help from another country's justice system, or when another country needs help from Ireland, this certificate formalizes that request.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no standard deadline for this form, as timing depends on the specific circumstances of each case and urgency of the mutual assistance request. Submit as early as possible to allow sufficient processing time.
- 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 requesting evidence or assistance from a foreign jurisdiction
- Use this form when responding to a request for mutual assistance from abroad
- Use this form for formal international cooperation in criminal matters
- Do not use this form for routine extradition requests
- Do not use this form for administrative cooperation between government departments
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Extradition request
Different legal procedures and requirements
✓ Verify the correct form based on the nature of the request
Form for extradition under Extradition Act
Mutual legal assistance in civil matters
Different legal standards and procedures
✓ Confirm whether the matter is criminal or civil in nature
Evidence gathering within Ireland
No international cooperation required
✓ Determine if foreign authorities are involved
Standard evidence gathering procedures
Request for information from EU member states
Different EU-specific procedures
✓ Check if the request falls under EU instruments
European Investigation Order form
Deadline or filing window
There is no standard deadline for this form, as timing depends on the specific circumstances of each case and urgency of the mutual assistance request. Submit as early as possible to allow sufficient processing time.
Before you submit
- 1Verify all required fields are completed
- 2Ensure the form is signed by the appropriate court official
- 3Check that all supporting documentation is attached
- 4Confirm the correct jurisdiction is specified
- 5Verify that the specific type of assistance requested is clearly described
- 6Ensure all contact information is current and accurate
- 7Check that legal references are correct
- 8Confirm the form is the latest version
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the official Form No. 2 from the Courts Service website or court office
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information about the mutual assistance request
- 3Attach all necessary supporting documentation
- 4Have the form reviewed and signed by the appropriate court official
- 5Submit the completed form to the designated court office handling international matters
- 6Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records
- 7Follow up with the court office if acknowledgment is not received within the expected timeframe
Known limitations
- 1This form is specific to criminal justice matters and not for civil cases
- 2Mutual assistance requests must comply with Irish law and international agreements
- 3The form does not guarantee that the foreign jurisdiction will comply with the request
- 4Processing times can vary significantly between different countries
- 5Digital evidence requests may require additional documentation and procedures
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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This form remains current under the Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008, with no recent legislative amendments reported. Always verify the latest version on the Courts Service website.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form matches the current Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008
- Check that all court contact details are up to date
- Verify that any recent amendments to international agreements are reflected
- Ensure the form includes any updated requirements for digital evidence requests
- Confirm that all recent changes to data protection regulations are addressed
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm name and number confirmed from provided information
- SRCIssuing agency confirmed as Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCLegal basis confirmed as Section 58, Criminal Justice (Mutual Assistance) Act 2008
- SRCPurpose confirmed as formalizing requests for international cooperation in criminal matters
- SRCSubmission process not confirmed in official source
- SRCSpecific contact details not confirmed in official source
- SRCCurrent form version status not confirmed in official source
- SRCProcessing timeframes not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with extradition request forms
Uncertainty about which court official needs to sign the certificate
Misunderstanding the difference between mutual assistance and extradition
Uncertainty about whether a request requires this formal certificate
Confusion about which foreign authority to address the request to
Unclear requirements for digital evidence requests
Misunderstanding the role of diplomatic channels in the process
Confusion about data protection requirements for international evidence sharing
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