31B.12 Order For / Return Of Copies, Articles Or Devices / Damages - Copyright And Related Rights Act 2000, / Section 133(10) / Section 133(12)

What this form is for

• • Use when you need a court order to return infringing copies or devices.
• • Use when you are claiming monetary damages under sections 133(10) or 133(12).
• • Do not use for general copyright disputes that do not involve return or damages.
• • If you only need an injunction, a different form (e.g., Form 31A) may be required.
• • For enforcement of a judgment, use the appropriate enforcement form.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

File the form before the court‑set hearing date or within any statutory limitation period (usually three years from the infringement).

Before you submit

• • All claimant contact details are correct.
• • Description of the copyrighted work is precise.
• • Exact number and type of copies/devices listed.
• • Damages amount is calculated and justified.
• • All supporting documents attached.
• • Form signed and dated by the claimant or authorised representative.
• • Correct filing fee included or payment confirmation attached.
• • Form submitted to the right court registry.
• • Copy retained for your records.

How to file this form

1. 1Download the latest Form 31B.12 from courts.ie.
2. 2Complete the form in black ink or via the e‑filing portal.
3. 3Attach all required evidence and a fee receipt.
4. 4Sign and date the form.
5. 5Submit in person, by post, or through e‑filing.
6. 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgement from the court.
7. 7Keep a copy for your records.

Known limitations

• • Form only applies to copyright matters under the 2000 Act.
• • Not suitable for trademark or design right disputes.
• • Does not cover requests for injunctions alone.
• • May not be accepted for cases already resolved by settlement.