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Form No. 2 Consent to be Surrendered -The High Court -Section 15 of the European Arrest Warrant Act 2003

This form is a consent document for surrender to another EU member state under the European Arrest Warrant process. It is used when an individual agrees to be transferred to another jurisdiction to face legal proceedings.

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Form Overview

Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 2 Consent to be Surrendered -The High Court -Section 15 of the European Arrest Warrant Act 2003

This form is a consent document for surrender to another EU member state under the European Arrest Warrant process. It is used when an individual agrees to be transferred to another jurisdiction to face legal proceedings.

This form captures the individual's explicit consent to be surrendered to another EU member state under the European Arrest Warrant procedure.

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Scan points
  • 1Never sign this form without fully understanding what you're consenting to and without legal advice.
  • 2Providing incorrect personal details
  • 3Not understanding the implications of consent
  • 4Missing deadlines for submission
  • 5Not seeking legal advice before consenting

Plain English

This form lets someone agree to be sent to another European country to face legal charges. It's part of a system that helps countries work together on justice matters across Europe.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: There is typically a strict deadline for submitting this form once the surrender proceedings have commenced, usually within the timeframe set by the court handling your case.
  • 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 if you want to agree to be transferred to another EU country
  • This form is specific to High Court proceedings under Section 15
  • Only use this form if you've been formally notified of the European Arrest Warrant
  • This form is for surrender consent, not for contesting the warrant

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Contesting the warrant

If you don't want to be transferred

✓ Check if you have grounds to challenge the warrant

Form for contesting surrender

Requesting temporary bail

If you want to remain in Ireland while proceedings continue

✓ Verify if bail is appropriate in your case

Application for bail pending surrender

Seeking legal aid

If you need financial assistance for legal representation

✓ Confirm eligibility criteria before applying

Legal aid application form

Deadline or filing window

There is typically a strict deadline for submitting this form once the surrender proceedings have commenced, usually within the timeframe set by the court handling your case.

Before you submit

  1. 1All personal details are correct
  2. 2Form is fully completed with no blank sections
  3. 3Form is properly signed and dated
  4. 4A copy has been kept for your records
  5. 5Legal advice has been sought before submission

How to file this form

  1. 1Obtain the correct form from the High Court registry
  2. 2Complete all sections accurately
  3. 3Sign in the presence of a court official
  4. 4Submit to the High Court registry handling your case
  5. 5Keep a copy for your records
  6. 6Attend any required court hearings

Known limitations

  1. 1This form only applies to EU member states
  2. 2Consent does not guarantee the surrender will proceed
  3. 3The form must be completed in accordance with Irish court procedures
  4. 4Legal representation is recommended when completing this form

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6 fields

Proceedings

3 items

Title of Proceedings

The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.

Requiredtext
Record Number

The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.

Requiredtext
Court and Office

The court and the office where the document is being filed.

Requiredtext

Substance

2 items

Relief or Information Sought

What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.

Requiredtext
Grounds and Exhibits

The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.

text

Execution

1 items

Signature, Jurat or Service Details

Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.

Requiredsignature
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Current form status
COURTS

This form is the current version under the European Arrest Warrant Act 2003. No recent changes have been confirmed.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Verify the form number matches No. 2
  • Check that it references Section 15 of the European Arrest Warrant Act 2003
  • Ensure all court details are current
  • Confirm the form is from the Courts Service of Ireland

Quick Facts

The individual who has been issued with a European Arrest Warrant and wishes to consent to their surrender to the requesting EU member state needs to submit this form.
This form captures the individual's explicit consent to be surrendered to another EU member state under the European Arrest Warrant procedure.
This form should be submitted when an individual has been informed of the European Arrest Warrant issued against them and wishes to consent to their surrender.
The form should be submitted to the High Court in Ireland, where the surrender proceedings are taking place.
Submitting this form correctly ensures the surrender process follows legal requirements and may affect how quickly the transfer to another jurisdiction occurs.
Read the form carefully to understand what you're consenting to. Complete all required sections with accurate information. Sign and date the form in the presence of the appropriate court official. Submit it to the High Court registry handling your case.

Form Details

Revision date
19/01/26

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Sources

  • SRCForm issued by Courts Service of Ireland
  • SRCBased on European Arrest Warrant Act 2003
  • SRCSpecifically relates to Section 15 of the Act
  • SRCUsed in High Court proceedings
  • SRCNot confirmed in official source: current processing times
  • SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific documentation requirements
  • SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact procedures for non-Irish nationals

Common confusion points

The difference between consent and contesting a warrant

Whether legal representation is mandatory

The timeframe for surrender after consent

Whether family members can be involved in the process

The impact of consenting on potential defenses

Whether consent can be withdrawn later

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