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Form No. 3 Order to Deliver Custody of a Child in Respect for The Purposes of Executing *A Special Care Order *An Interim Care Order - Child Care Act 1991, *Section 23H(3)(a) *Section 23L(4)(a)
This form is an Order to Deliver Custody of a Child for executing either a Special Care Order or an Interim Care Order under the Child Care Act 1991. It is used when a court needs to transfer physical custody of a child to ensure compliance with these specific care orders.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 3 Order to Deliver Custody of a Child in Respect for The Purposes of Executing *A Special Care Order *An Interim Care Order - Child Care Act 1991, *Section 23H(3)(a) *Section 23L(4)(a)
This form is an Order to Deliver Custody of a Child for executing either a Special Care Order or an Interim Care Order under the Child Care Act 1991. It is used when a court needs to transfer physical custody of a child to ensure compliance with these specific care orders.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Ensure you're using the most current version of Form No. 3 as outdated forms may not be accepted.
- 2Incorrect information about the child's identity
- 3Missing signatures from authorized court personnel
- 4Failure to specify which type of care order applies
- 5Outdated version of the form being submitted
Plain English
This is a legal document that helps courts transfer a child's physical care to the right person or agency when a Special Care Order or Interim Care Order is in place. It's part of the Irish child protection system that ensures children's safety and wellbeing.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no specified deadline for this form as it's submitted when a custody transfer is needed, but prompt submission ensures the child's safety and compliance with court orders.
- 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 transferring custody for a Special Care Order
- Use this form when transferring custody for an Interim Care Order
- Do not use for regular custody arrangements not covered by these specific orders
- Do not use for emergency protection orders
- Do not use for adoption proceedings
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Emergency protection needed
Different legal procedure and timeline
✓ Check if emergency protection applies before proceeding
Regular custody arrangement
Different legal basis and requirements
✓ Verify if a care order is already in place
Adoption proceedings
Different legal process entirely
✓ Confirm the nature of the legal action required
Interim supervision order
Different scope and conditions
✓ Ensure correct order type is identified
Form 2 (Interim Supervision Order)
Deadline or filing window
There is no specified deadline for this form as it's submitted when a custody transfer is needed, but prompt submission ensures the child's safety and compliance with court orders.
Before you submit
- 1All required sections completed
- 2Child's full name and date of birth verified
- 3Type of care order clearly specified
- 4Authorized court official's signature present
- 5Form is the most current version
- 6Copies made for personal records
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct version of Form No. 3 from the Courts Service
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information about the child and care order
- 3Have the form signed by the authorized court official
- 4Submit to the appropriate court office handling the case
- 5Keep a copy for your records
- 6Follow up to confirm receipt and processing
Known limitations
- 1This form only applies to Special Care Orders and Interim Care Orders under the Child Care Act 1991
- 2It does not create new orders but facilitates enforcement of existing ones
- 3The form must be completed and signed by authorized court personnel
- 4Electronic filing options may be limited depending on the court
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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->This form is currently in use under the Child Care Act 1991, but always verify with the Courts Service of Ireland for any recent updates.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the form version matches current court requirements
- Check if any sections have been modified in recent updates
- Confirm the reference to Child Care Act 1991 sections is still current
- Ensure contact information for the Courts Service is up to date
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 27/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm name and purpose confirmed from provided information
- SRCRelevant sections of Child Care Act 1991 referenced in form name
- SRCIssuing agency confirmed as Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm number confirmed as No. 3
- SRCSpecific sections 23H(3)(a) and 23L(4)(a) mentioned but not confirmed in official source
- SRCElectronic filing options not confirmed in official source
- SRCCurrent version status not confirmed in official source
- SRCSpecific submission deadlines not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Confusion between Special Care Orders and Interim Care Orders
Uncertainty about which sections of the Child Care Act apply
Misunderstanding who can sign and submit the form
Confusion about the difference between this form and standard custody agreements
Uncertainty about the legal effect of the custody transfer
Confusion about documentation requirements
Misunderstanding about follow-up procedures after submission
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