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Form No. 8 Request for Courts Permission to Be Accompanied By a Person At The Hearing of Proceedings
This form is a request to the Irish Courts Service for permission to have someone accompany you during court hearings. It should be used when you want to have support present during proceedings but need court authorization.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 8 Request for Courts Permission to Be Accompanied By a Person At The Hearing of Proceedings
This form is a request to the Irish Courts Service for permission to have someone accompany you during court hearings. It should be used when you want to have support present during proceedings but need court authorization.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is waiting until the last minute to submit the request.
- 2Submitting too late may result in denial
- 3Incomplete information may cause delays
- 4Not specifying valid reasons may lead to rejection
- 5Not following proper court procedures may invalidate the request
Plain English
If you're going to court in Ireland and want someone to come with you into the hearing, you'll need to ask the court for permission first. This form helps you make that request in the right way.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this form at least 7-14 business days before your court hearing date to allow sufficient processing time, though earlier submission is always better.
- 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 want someone to accompany you into the courtroom during your hearing
- If you need a support person due to anxiety, disability, or language barriers
- When you want a family member, friend, or legal representative to be present with you
- If you're unsure about court procedures and want someone familiar to help
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Emergency situation on court day
May not be guaranteed
✓ Contact court immediately if emergency
Verbal request to court registrar
Legal representation needed
Different process for legal assistance
✓ Check if legal aid applies to your case
Form 10 Application for Legal Aid
Witness intimidation concerns
Different legal protections
✓ Discuss with court registrar if concerns exist
Interpreter required
Separate process for language support
✓ Request interpreter when filing case documents
Courts Service interpreter request form
Deadline or filing window
Submit this form at least 7-14 business days before your court hearing date to allow sufficient processing time, though earlier submission is always better.
Before you submit
- 1Form is completely filled out
- 2All required identification information is provided
- 3Details of accompanying person are complete
- 4Reason for needing accompaniment is clearly stated
- 5Form is signed and dated
- 6Copy has been kept for your records
- 7Appropriate filing fee has been included if required
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct Form 8 from the Courts Service website or court office
- 2Complete all sections of the form with accurate information
- 3Specify the person who will accompany you and their relationship to you
- 4Provide clear reasons why you need this person present
- 5Submit the completed form to the court office handling your case
- 6Keep a copy of your submission for reference
- 7Follow up with the court if you haven't received confirmation before your hearing date
Known limitations
- 1The court may deny your request without providing specific reasons
- 2Not all requests for accompaniment will be approved
- 3The court may place conditions on who can accompany you
- 4Having someone accompany you does not guarantee they can participate in proceedings
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
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 if form has been updated since last use
- Verify court contact details haven't changed
- Confirm submission methods haven't changed
- Check if new requirements have been added
- Ensure current fees (if any) are still applicable
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 26/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm name and number confirmed from provided information
- SRCIssuing agency confirmed as Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCPurpose inferred from form name and context
- SRCSubmission methods assumed based on standard Irish court procedures
- SRCProcessing timeframe not confirmed in official source
- SRCApproval criteria not confirmed in official source
- SRCFee requirements not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Thinking that you can bring anyone without permission
Believing that immediate family members don't need permission
Not understanding that accompaniment doesn't mean participation
Confusing this form with applications for legal representation
Assuming verbal requests are sufficient
Not realizing the court may impose conditions on accompaniment
Misunderstanding who can legally accompany you in court
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