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Form Part II : Miscellaneous: No. 12 Praecipe for Release
The Praecipe for Release (Part II Miscellaneous No. 12) is a Courts Service of Ireland form used to request the release of a court document, judgment or order that has been retained by the court. It is filed when a party needs an official copy for personal or legal purposes.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form Part II : Miscellaneous: No. 12 Praecipe for Release
The Praecipe for Release (Part II Miscellaneous No. 12) is a Courts Service of Ireland form used to request the release of a court document, judgment or order that has been retained by the court. It is filed when a party needs an official copy for personal or legal purposes.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is leaving the case number incomplete, which stops the court from finding your file.
- 2Incorrect case number entered
- 3Vague description of the requested document
- 4Missing signature or date
- 5Failing to attach required authority proof
Plain English
If you need the court to give you a copy of a decision or other paperwork they keep, you fill out this form. Think of it as a formal ask to the court to hand over the file you’re entitled to see.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no statutory deadline, but filing promptly avoids unnecessary waiting periods and possible extra fees.
- 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 an official copy of a judgment, order or decree.
- When the court has retained the original document and you cannot obtain it elsewhere.
- When a solicitor or third‑party requests the file on your behalf.
- When the request is not covered by a standard “copy of judgment” request form.
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✓ Check if certification is required
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For non‑document queries
✓ Use only for procedural queries
Deadline or filing window
There is no statutory deadline, but filing promptly avoids unnecessary waiting periods and possible extra fees.
Before you submit
- 1Case number matches the court file.
- 2Document description is specific (e.g., "Final Judgment dated 12/03/2023").
- 3Reason for request is concise and relevant.
- 4Signature and date are present.
- 5All required attachments are included.
- 6Correct court registry address or e‑filing portal selected.
- 7Copy of the completed form retained for your records.
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Praecipe for Release.
- 2Complete all fields accurately.
- 3Attach any required authority (e.g., solicitor’s letter).
- 4Sign and date the form.
- 5Choose filing method – post or e‑filing.
- 6Send the form to the appropriate court registry.
- 7Keep the receipt or acknowledgment for follow‑up.
Known limitations
- 1Only applicable to documents retained by the court; publicly available files may be obtained elsewhere.
- 2May not be accepted for documents already released under a different order.
- 3Some courts still require paper submission only.
- 4The form does not guarantee immediate release; processing time varies.
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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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The form is currently the 2024 edition and remains in force. No major revisions have been announced this year.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm you are using the 2024 version (date on the form header).
- Check that the court registry address matches the current location.
- Verify the required supporting documents list for your court level.
- Ensure the e‑filing option is available for your court.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 26/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number inferred from provided data.
- SRCPurpose of Praecipe for Release inferred from typical court practice.
- SRCSubmission methods (post, e‑filing) based on Courts Service standard procedures.
- SRCRisk list derived from common filing errors in Irish court forms.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact fee schedule and processing times.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific supporting documents required per court level.
Common confusion points
Mixing up the Praecipe for Release with the Certified Copy request form.
Leaving the reason for request blank, leading to rejection.
Using an outdated form version.
Sending the form to the wrong court (e.g., District vs. Circuit).
Forgetting to attach a power of attorney when a solicitor files.
Assuming the fee is paid automatically; it is usually invoiced later.
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