Form 33D - Refusal of compensation - In the matter of an application for compensation for malicious injury to property and in the matter of the Malicious Injuries Act, 1981

What this form is for

• • Use this form when you are formally disputing a claim for compensation
• • Use this form when the claim is specifically about malicious injury to property
• • Use this form when the claim references the Malicious Injuries Act, 1981
• • Do not use this form for accidental property damage claims
• • Do not use this form for personal injury claims

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

You must submit this form within the timeframe specified in the legal documents you receive regarding the compensation claim, which is typically 10-21 days from receipt of the claim, but check the specific documents for the exact deadline.

Before you submit

• • Complete all sections of the form fully
• • Include your correct contact information
• • Attach evidence supporting your position
• • Verify the case/reference number is correct
• • Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records
• • Confirm the correct court office address

How to file this form

1. 1Read the claim documents carefully and understand the allegations
2. 2Obtain the correct Form 33D from the Courts Service or your legal representative
3. 3Complete all sections with accurate information and your reasons for refusal
4. 4Gather supporting evidence documents
5. 5Submit the completed form to the appropriate court office by the deadline
6. 6Keep a copy of your submission for your records

Known limitations

• • This form only addresses compensation for property damage, not personal injury
• • Using this form does not automatically resolve the dispute - court proceedings may continue
• • The form must be submitted within the specified timeframe to be valid
• • Legal advice may be necessary for complex cases