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COLLECTING A JUDGMENT IN CALIFORNIA
A People’s Choice can save you hundreds of dollars by preparing legal
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Civil Litigation Learning Center
Our online learning center provides quick access to valuable information contained in our web
site, California and Federal Codes, Court web sites and other legal sources of information.
Judgments are enforceable for 10 years. Prior to the expiration of the 10 years, a judgment can be renewed for an
additional 10 year period. Once a judgment's been renewed, it can't be renewed again until 5 years later. When the
judgment is renewed, the interest that has accrued will be added to the principal amount owing. From that point on you're entitled to interest on the accrued interest.
Procedures to collect a judgment: There are several avenues that can be utilized to collect a money judgment.
- Garnishment of wages
- Garnishment of bank account
- Attachment of property
- Judgment Debtor Examination
- Assignment to third party collection agency
When determining which path to take, careful consideration must be given to what information you have regarding the
debtor’s assets, sources of income and ability to pay. Each process will have additional costs and there may be varying
advantages and disadvantages worth considering when pursuing a particular collection means.
A People’s Choice can save you hundreds of dollars by preparing legal
documents to help you collect your judgment instead of an expensive attorney!
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