Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 14 January 2026
119. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will consider removing the €80 application fee for a civil protection order given that no such fee exists in respect of domestic violence orders (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2810/26]
View answerI can advise the Deputy that all legislation under the Department's aegis is kept under ongoing review. This includes section 28 of the Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2023 under which Civil Restraining Orders are made and S.I. No. 22/2014 - District Court (Fees) Order 2014 under which fees for civil matters in the District Court are set. The provision in section 28 is relatively new, and its operational impact is being monitored, however, there are no immediate plans for amendments in this area.
