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Form No. 4 Debtor's Affidavit Pursuant to Order 82, Rule 6
This is a debtor's affidavit form used in Irish court proceedings related to debt enforcement. It's specifically required under Order 82, Rule 6 of the Rules of the Superior Courts when a creditor is pursuing legal action to collect unpaid debts.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 4 Debtor's Affidavit Pursuant to Order 82, Rule 6
This is a debtor's affidavit form used in Irish court proceedings related to debt enforcement. It's specifically required under Order 82, Rule 6 of the Rules of the Superior Courts when a creditor is pursuing legal action to collect unpaid debts.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to disclose all assets or income can lead to serious legal consequences including contempt of court.
- 2Providing false information in the affidavit
- 3Missing required financial disclosures
- 4Submitting the form after the deadline
- 5Not understanding the legal implications of the affidavit
Plain English
This form is a sworn statement where you tell the court about your financial situation. It's used when someone is taking you to court over money you owe, and the court needs to understand your ability to pay.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Court orders typically specify a deadline for submitting this affidavit, often within 14 days of the order being made, but this can vary depending on the specific circumstances of the 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
- When ordered by the court in debt enforcement proceedings
- To respond to a creditor's legal action for unpaid debts
- When required to disclose financial information under oath
- For cases involving attachment of earnings or other enforcement methods
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Use this form or another form?
Judgment summons
Initiates debt enforcement proceedings
✓ Check if creditor has obtained judgment first
Instalment order application
For payment arrangements
✓ Consider if you need to propose payment terms
Notice of appeal
If disagreeing with court decision
✓ Only if you have grounds to appeal the order
Bankruptcy petition
For severe financial insolvency
✓ Consider as last resort option
Deadline or filing window
Court orders typically specify a deadline for submitting this affidavit, often within 14 days of the order being made, but this can vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case.
Before you submit
- 1All sections completed fully and accurately
- 2Financial figures verified and up-to-date
- 3Form signed in presence of commissioner for oaths
- 4Copy retained for personal records
- 5Fee payment confirmed if required
- 6Correct court address verified
- 7Deadline date checked and met
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the court order requiring the affidavit
- 2Complete all sections with accurate financial information
- 3Sign in the presence of a commissioner for oaths
- 4Pay any required court fee
- 5Submit to the relevant court office
- 6Keep a copy for your records
- 7Note the date of submission
Known limitations
- 1This form does not create a payment arrangement itself
- 2It only discloses financial information as ordered
- 3It does not stop creditor enforcement actions
- 4It may not protect against all enforcement methods
- 5Completing it does not guarantee favorable outcomes
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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
- Verify the current version number matches court requirements
- Check for any recent amendments to financial disclosure sections
- Confirm the correct court address for submission
- Ensure all witness requirements are current
- Verify any fee requirements have not changed
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 30/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm issued by Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCRelated to Order 82, Rule 6 of Rules of the Superior Courts
- SRCUsed in debt enforcement proceedings
- SRCRequires swearing before a commissioner for oaths
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: current processing times
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact fee amounts
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: digital submission options
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with application forms for payment arrangements
Not understanding the difference between disclosure and payment
Misinterpreting the scope of required financial information
Uncertainty about who qualifies as a commissioner for oaths
Confusion about deadlines and consequences of delays
Not realizing this form is court-admissible evidence
Mistaking this for a voluntary financial disclosure
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