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Form No. 36 Court of Appeal - Criminal - Notice of Motion
Form No. 36 – Court of Appeal Criminal – Notice of Motion is a paper used in the Irish Court of Appeal to formally request a specific order or direction in a criminal case. It is filed when a party wants the appeal court to consider a procedural or substantive issue before the final judgment.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 36 Court of Appeal - Criminal - Notice of Motion
Form No. 36 – Court of Appeal Criminal – Notice of Motion is a paper used in the Irish Court of Appeal to formally request a specific order or direction in a criminal case. It is filed when a party wants the appeal court to consider a procedural or substantive issue before the final judgment.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is filing the notice after the statutory deadline.
- 2Missing the 14‑day filing window
- 3Leaving the case number or parties’ names blank
- 4Failing to attach required supporting documents
- 5Submitting the form to the wrong court registry
Plain English
If you are involved in a criminal appeal and need the Court of Appeal to act – for example, to pause the case, to ask for a copy of evidence, or to change a previous decision – you fill out this notice. It tells the court exactly what you are asking for and why.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The notice of motion must be lodged within 14 days of the event that gives rise to the request, unless the Rules or a judge’s order allow a longer period.
- 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 you need a procedural order during a criminal appeal.
- To request a stay of the appeal hearing.
- To ask the Court of Appeal to amend a previous decision.
- When you need the court to order the production of documents or evidence.
- If you are seeking an extension of time for filing other appeal documents.
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Requesting a new trial
Used in the High Court, not the Court of Appeal
✓ Verify the correct court first
Applying for legal aid in an appeal
Separate from motion requests
✓ Check eligibility before filing
Changing legal representation
Not a motion, but a notice of change of solicitor
✓ File with the same registry
Deadline or filing window
The notice of motion must be lodged within 14 days of the event that gives rise to the request, unless the Rules or a judge’s order allow a longer period.
Before you submit
- 1Case number entered correctly
- 2All parties’ full names and addresses listed
- 3Exact wording of the relief sought typed or clearly written
- 4Legal basis cited with relevant rule or precedent
- 5Signature and date present
- 6Supporting documents attached and labelled
- 7Copy served on the opposing side
- 8Original filed at the Court of Appeal Registry
- 9Proof of service retained for records
How to file this form
- 1Download or collect Form No. 36.
- 2Complete the form in black ink or typed.
- 3Attach any affidavits, exhibits, or orders referenced.
- 4Serve a copy on the other party (personal delivery or post).
- 5File the original with the Court of Appeal Registry and obtain a filing receipt.
- 6If using e‑filing, upload the PDF and confirm receipt.
- 7Keep a copy of the filing receipt and service proof.
Known limitations
- 1Only for criminal appeals in the Court of Appeal; not for civil matters.
- 2Does not replace a formal application for a stay or injunction – separate forms may be required.
- 3The form does not accept electronic signatures unless filed via the e‑filing system.
- 4No built‑in validation for case number format; double‑check manually.
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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. 36 is the current version as of 2024. No major revisions have been announced, but always check the Courts Service website for updates before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form number is 36 and dated 2024 or later.
- Check that the margin notes reference the latest Court of Appeal Rules.
- Verify that the filing deadline stated on the form matches the current rules.
- Ensure any attached annexure templates are the latest versions.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 04/02/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number inferred from provided name.
- SRCFiling deadline of 14 days based on typical Court of Appeal procedural rulesnot confirmed in official source.
- SRCRequirement to serve the other party before filingstandard practice, not confirmed in official source.
- SRCAvailability of e‑filing portal for Court of Appealknown from Courts Service website, not specific to this form.
- SRCNo official source confirming the exact content fields of Form No. 36.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form No. 36 with Form No. 35 (which is for a different type of application).
Assuming the 14‑day deadline applies universally – some motions have longer periods under specific rules.
Leaving the ‘relief sought’ description vague, leading to a request for clarification.
Failing to serve the other party before filing, which can invalidate the motion.
Submitting the form to the District Court Registry instead of the Court of Appeal.
Using a photocopy of a signature that is not accepted for paper filings.
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