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Form No.6 Affidavit in Answer to Inquiry
Form No.6 Affidavit in Answer to Inquiry is a sworn statement used in court‑ordered inquiries. It is filed when a person or organisation must respond formally to questions raised by a court inquiry.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.6 Affidavit in Answer to Inquiry
Form No.6 Affidavit in Answer to Inquiry is a sworn statement used in court‑ordered inquiries. It is filed when a person or organisation must respond formally to questions raised by a court inquiry.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to have the affidavit witnessed before signing.
- 2Missing the filing deadline
- 3Failing to have the affidavit properly witnessed
- 4Leaving questions unanswered or vague
- 5Signing without reading the statements
Plain English
If a court asks you to give evidence in an inquiry, you write what you know on this form and sign it under oath. It shows the court you are being truthful and that you understand the legal duty to answer.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File the affidavit by the date specified in the inquiry notice – usually within 14‑28 days of service. Late filing may require a court application for an extension.
- 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 you have been formally asked to answer an inquiry by a court.
- Do not use for ordinary civil claims or criminal pleas.
- If you need to amend a previous answer, file a new Affidavit in Answer to Inquiry.
- Corporate respondents should have an authorised signatory complete the form.
- When the inquiry is conducted by a tribunal, the same form applies unless the tribunal issues a specific variant.
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General court filing
For routine applications, not inquiry answers
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Corporate change of address
For updating company records, not testimony
✓ Use only for CRO updates
Criminal charge response
For criminal cases, not civil inquiries
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Deadline or filing window
File the affidavit by the date specified in the inquiry notice – usually within 14‑28 days of service. Late filing may require a court application for an extension.
Before you submit
- 1All required fields filled in.
- 2Answers are clear and complete.
- 3Affidavit signed and dated.
- 4Witness signature and qualification present.
- 5Correct court registry address used.
- 6Copy of the original inquiry notice attached.
- 7Proof of postage or e‑filing receipt retained.
- 8No blank spaces left on the form.
How to file this form
- 1Gather the inquiry notice and any supporting documents.
- 2Complete the affidavit on plain paper or the printable PDF.
- 3Arrange for a solicitor/notary/public to witness your signature.
- 4Make two copies – one for the court, one for your records.
- 5Deliver the original to the court registry in person, by post, or upload via the e‑filing portal.
- 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of filing.
Known limitations
- 1Only accepted by courts that issue an inquiry notice.
- 2Electronic submission may not be available for all jurisdictions.
- 3Form does not replace a full witness statement if the court requires one.
- 4Not suitable for corporate filings that need CRO approval.
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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 the form header for the latest version date.
- Confirm the court name and address match the inquiry notice.
- Verify the witness section reflects current authorised persons (solicitor, notary, commissioner).
- Ensure any referenced statutory provisions are up‑to‑date.
- Review the deadline field for any recent extensions.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 28/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service of Ireland website.
- SRCGeneral purpose inferred from form name "Affidavit in Answer to Inquiry".
- SRCDeadline range (14‑28 days) based on typical court inquiry practicenot confirmed in official source.
- SRCWitness qualification requirements (solicitor, notary, commissioner) inferred from Irish affidavit rulesnot confirmed in official source.
- SRCAvailability of e‑filing portal assumed from Courts Service digital servicesnot confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up the Affidavit in Answer to Inquiry with a regular witness statement.
Leaving the witness section blank or using an unqualified witness.
Submitting to the wrong court registry.
Failing to attach the original inquiry notice.
Using an outdated version of the form.
Not signing the affidavit in the presence of the witness.
Misreading the deadline as the date of service rather than the filing date.
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