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Form No. 3 Default of Appearance in Cases other than Liquidated Demand
This form is used when a defendant has failed to appear in court for cases that don't involve liquidated demands. It's part of the legal process to obtain judgment against an absent party in non-monetary or variable amount claims.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 3 Default of Appearance in Cases other than Liquidated Demand
This form is used when a defendant has failed to appear in court for cases that don't involve liquidated demands. It's part of the legal process to obtain judgment against an absent party in non-monetary or variable amount claims.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Using this form for liquidated demand cases will result in rejection.
- 2Incorrect case details leading to dismissal
- 3Missing supporting evidence of non-appearance
- 4Using wrong form for liquidated demand cases
- 5Missing filing deadlines
Plain English
This form helps you get a court ruling against someone who didn't show up for their case, but only for certain types of legal matters. It's not used for cases where the amount owed is clearly specified in the original claim.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File this form within the time frame specified by the court after the defendant's failure to appear, typically within 14 days of the hearing date, but confirm with the specific court registry.
- 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 defendant fails to appear in court
- Only for non-liquidated demand cases
- Not for cases with predetermined claim amounts
- Required before seeking default judgment
- Must be filed within specific time limits after non-appearance
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Liquidated demand case
Different procedure for specified monetary claims
✓ Check claim type first
Family law matter
Different procedures and requirements
✓ Verify court jurisdiction
Enforcement of judgment
Used after obtaining judgment, not for initial default
✓ Ensure judgment exists first
Appeal against judgment
Different process for challenging existing decisions
✓ Check if appeal is appropriate
Bankruptcy proceedings
Separate legal process for debt relief
✓ Verify if bankruptcy applies
Deadline or filing window
File this form within the time frame specified by the court after the defendant's failure to appear, typically within 14 days of the hearing date, but confirm with the specific court registry.
Before you submit
- 1Verify correct form version
- 2Complete all required sections
- 3Attach evidence of non-appearance
- 4Include correct case number
- 5Calculate any claimed amounts accurately
- 6Pay required court fees
- 7Keep copies for your records
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct form from the Courts Service
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information
- 3Prepare evidence of defendant's non-appearance
- 4Submit to the relevant court office
- 5Pay any required fees
- 6Obtain receipt or confirmation of submission
- 7Follow up with court if acknowledgment not received
Known limitations
- 1Cannot be used for liquidated demand cases
- 2Does not guarantee judgment if proper procedures not followed
- 3Does not exempt from proper defendant notification
- 4May require additional forms depending on case complexity
- 5Court may request additional information
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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 current version number on Courts Service website
- Verify court fees required for submission
- Confirm supporting documents needed
- Ensure proper defendant notification process
- Check if electronic submission is accepted
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 22/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm issued by Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCSpecific to non-liquidated demand cases
- SRCUsed for default of appearance proceedings
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact filing deadlines
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: current court fees
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: electronic submission options
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific supporting document requirements
Common confusion points
Confusing with Form No. 1 for liquidated demands
Uncertainty about what constitutes 'non-liquidated demand'
Proper notification requirements for defendant
Time limits for filing after non-appearance
Court fees and payment methods
Required supporting documentation
Electronic vs. paper submission options
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