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Form No. 23 Court of Appeal - Criminal - Notice of Perfection of Recognisance
Form No. 23 – Court of Appeal Criminal – Notice of Perfection of Recognisance is a notice filed with the Court of Appeal when a recognisance (a bail‑type security) has been perfected. It is used in criminal cases that have been appealed to the Court of Appeal.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 23 Court of Appeal - Criminal - Notice of Perfection of Recognisance
Form No. 23 – Court of Appeal Criminal – Notice of Perfection of Recognisance is a notice filed with the Court of Appeal when a recognisance (a bail‑type security) has been perfected. It is used in criminal cases that have been appealed to the Court of Appeal.
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Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to attach the payment receipt, which leads to rejection.
- 2Leaving the case number blank or incorrect
- 3Missing the payment receipt attachment
- 4Signing the form with the wrong name or title
- 5Sending the form to the wrong court registry
Plain English
If you or a defendant have paid the full amount of a recognisance after an appeal, you must tell the court. This form simply records that the payment has been made and that the recognisance is now complete.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File the notice promptly after payment – ideally within 5 working days – to avoid delaying the next scheduled hearing.
- 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 a recognisance has been fully paid after an appeal.
- To inform the Court of Appeal that bail conditions are satisfied.
- If the recognisance was paid by a surety rather than the defendant.
- When you need a written record for future court references.
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Use this form or another form?
Initial bail hearing
Used to apply for recognisance
✓ Not for perfection notice
Variation of recognisance amount
Changes the amount owed
✓ File before payment is made
Appeal withdrawn
Notifies withdrawal of appeal
✓ Different purpose
Deadline or filing window
File the notice promptly after payment – ideally within 5 working days – to avoid delaying the next scheduled hearing.
Before you submit
- 1Case number entered correctly
- 2Recognisance amount matches payment receipt
- 3Payment date is accurate
- 4Payer’s full name and address provided
- 5Signature and date added
- 6Receipt or bank statement attached
- 7Form printed clearly (no smudges)
- 8Correct filing method chosen
- 9Copy retained for personal records
How to file this form
- 1Download the current Form No. 23 from courts.ie.
- 2Complete all fields in black ink or via the e‑filing portal.
- 3Attach a clear copy of the payment receipt.
- 4Sign and date the declaration.
- 5Submit to the Court of Appeal registry in person, by post, or through e‑filing.
- 6Obtain a filing receipt or acknowledgment.
- 7File a copy with your solicitor or keep for your records.
Known limitations
- 1Only applicable to criminal cases in the Court of Appeal.
- 2Does not replace a bail application – it only records payment.
- 3Electronic submission may not be available for all courts.
- 4Form must be printed on A4 paper; handwritten versions may be rejected.
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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 No. 23 is currently the latest version (as of 2024). No recent amendments have been announced, but check the Courts Service website for any updates before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form header shows ‘Court of Appeal – Criminal’.
- Check that the declaration wording matches the latest template.
- Verify the required attachment list (receipt, bank statement).
- Ensure the form version date is 2024 or later.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 04/02/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from Courts Service of Ireland listings.
- SRCPurpose inferred from the term ‘Notice of Perfection of Recognisance’.
- SRCFiling locations based on standard Courts Service filing procedures.
- SRCDeadlines and attachment requirements not confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form No. 21 (application) with Form No. 23 (perfection).
Leaving the payment date blank or using the invoice date instead of the actual payment date.
Attaching a photocopy of a receipt that is illegible.
Submitting to the District Court registry instead of the Court of Appeal.
Using an older form version that lacks the updated declaration clause.
Failing to sign the form in the designated area.
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