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Form Part II : Miscellaneous: No. 11 Affidavit of Justification
The Part II Miscellaneous No. 11 Affidavit of Justification is a court form used to provide a sworn statement explaining or justifying a particular circumstance in a legal matter. It is filed with the Courts Service of Ireland as part of a case file.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form Part II : Miscellaneous: No. 11 Affidavit of Justification
The Part II Miscellaneous No. 11 Affidavit of Justification is a court form used to provide a sworn statement explaining or justifying a particular circumstance in a legal matter. It is filed with the Courts Service of Ireland as part of a case file.
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Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to have the affidavit witnessed by a commissioner for oaths.
- 2Leaving mandatory fields blank
- 3Signing without a commissioner for oaths
- 4Submitting after the court‑set deadline
- 5Using an outdated form version
Plain English
Think of this as a written, sworn explanation you give to the court when you need to justify something – like why a deadline was missed or why a cost should be allowed. You sign it in front of a commissioner for oaths and attach it to your case.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File the affidavit no later than the date set by the court order, typically at least 5 working days before the hearing it relates to.
- 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 the court specifically requests an Affidavit of Justification.
- To explain missed filing deadlines in civil proceedings.
- To justify costs or expenses claimed in a judgment.
- When you need to provide a sworn statement of fact not covered by other affidavits.
- If you are asked to supplement a previously filed affidavit with additional reasons.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Missed filing deadline
Used for procedural delays only
✓ Verify that the court has not already issued a specific form
Form N 12 – Affidavit of Explanation
Claiming costs
Specific to cost orders
✓ Use only when costs are the issue
Changing name or address
Updates personal info
✓ Not a justification of conduct
Form N 14 – Affidavit of Change of Details
Deadline or filing window
File the affidavit no later than the date set by the court order, typically at least 5 working days before the hearing it relates to.
Before you submit
- 1Use the latest PDF version from courts.ie.
- 2All required fields completed.
- 3Justification written clearly and concisely.
- 4Signed in the presence of a commissioner for oaths.
- 5Commissioner’s stamp and signature present.
- 6Supporting documents attached and referenced.
- 7Copy kept for your records.
- 8Form scanned legibly if submitting electronically.
- 9Correct filing fee paid, if applicable.
- 10Submitted to the correct court registry or portal.
How to file this form
- 1Download the current Affidavit of Justification form.
- 2Complete the form on paper or PDF editor.
- 3Visit a commissioner for oaths to sign and have it witnessed.
- 4Gather any required supporting evidence.
- 5Submit the affidavit in person at the court registry or upload via the e‑filing portal.
- 6Obtain a receipt or confirmation of filing.
- 7File a copy with your own case file.
Known limitations
- 1Form is only for justification; other matters need different affidavits.
- 2Cannot be used for criminal matters without specific court direction.
- 3Word limit may restrict detailed explanations.
- 4Electronic submission requires a Courts Service account.
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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->The form is currently the 2024 version and remains in force. No major amendments have been announced this year.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the form header for the 2024 revision date.
- Confirm the case reference format matches the current court numbering.
- Verify any word‑limit instructions on the justification section.
- Ensure the signature block includes the commissioner for oaths line.
- Review the list of required attachments for any updates.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 26/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from user input.
- SRCIssuing agency identified as Courts Service of Ireland.
- SRCTypical use inferred from name “Affidavit of Justification”.
- SRCSubmission methods based on standard Courts Service filing practice.
- SRCDeadlines and procedural notes are general court practice, not from a specific source.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact word limits, fee requirements, and e‑filing availability.
Common confusion points
Mixing up the Affidavit of Justification with an Affidavit of Costs.
Leaving the commissioner’s stamp off the signature line.
Submitting the form to the wrong court registry.
Exceeding the suggested word count for the justification.
Failing to attach supporting documents referenced in the affidavit.
Using an older PDF version that lacks current field labels.
Assuming electronic filing is available for all courts.
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