32.3 Recognisance - Misuse Of Drugs Act, 1977 Section 28 (2) (A)

What this form is for

• • When a court orders a recognisance under Section 28(2)(a) of the Misuse of Drugs Act.
• • If the recognisance is required as a condition of bail for a drug‑related offence.
• • When a surety (individual or company) is providing the guarantee.
• • If the recognisance amount is to be paid directly to the court.
• • For any bail condition that includes a monetary guarantee.

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Deadline or filing window

The recognisance must be filed before the court lifts the bail condition, typically on the same day as the hearing or by the deadline set by the judge.

Before you submit

• • All personal details are correct and legible.
• • Recognisance amount matches the judge’s order.
• • Surety’s full name, address, and signature are included.
• • Attach a copy of the surety’s ID if required.
• • Form is signed by the defendant (or legal representative).
• • Date the form correctly.
• • Use the latest version of Form 32.3.
• • Submit to the correct court clerk’s office.
• • Keep a signed copy for your records.

How to file this form

1. 1Obtain the latest Form 32.3 from the Courts Service website or court office.
2. 2Complete all sections in block capitals.
3. 3Obtain the surety’s signature and any required ID copies.
4. 4Have the form signed by the defendant and date it.
5. 5Present the form to the court clerk for stamping and filing.
6. 6Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the clerk.
7. 7Store the clerk’s receipt with your bail documents.

Known limitations

• • Form only applies to recognisance under Section 28(2)(a) of the Misuse of Drugs Act.
• • Does not cover non‑monetary bail conditions.
• • Electronic submission may not be accepted by all courts.
• • Surety must be an adult with sufficient financial standing; the form does not verify this.