Form 84.28 – Notice Of Application For Directions (Under Section 19 (3) Of The Act) - Child Care Act, 1991

What this form is for

• • Use when you need court guidance on specific aspects of your child care case
• • Use when there's disagreement about how to proceed with child welfare matters
• • Use when you're unsure about legal procedures in your child care case
• • Use when you need clarification on timeframes or next steps in proceedings
• • Do not use for urgent matters that require immediate court attention

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There are no strict deadlines for submitting this form, but it should be filed as soon as you need directions to avoid delays in your child care proceedings.

Before you submit

• • Complete all sections of the form with accurate information
• • Clearly state the specific directions you're seeking
• • Include relevant case reference numbers
• • Attach supporting documents if applicable
• • Ensure all parties are properly notified
• • Keep a copy for your records
• • Check the form for completeness before submission
• • Verify the correct court office for submission

How to file this form

1. 1Obtain the correct Form 84.28 from the Courts Service or court office
2. 2Complete all sections with accurate information about your case
3. 3Prepare any supporting documents relevant to your directions request
4. 4Submit the completed form to the appropriate court office
5. 5Ensure all other parties in the case are formally notified
6. 6Keep a copy of the submitted form and proof of submission
7. 7Attend any scheduled hearings related to your application

Known limitations

• • This form only requests directions, it doesn't resolve substantive issues
• • The court may refuse to give directions if they believe the matter should be handled differently
• • Getting directions may not expedite your overall case timeline
• • The form doesn't replace other necessary applications or procedures
• • Court directions are binding once issued and must be followed