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"Judgment for Defendant" means that the defendant wins the case. In a criminal case, a judgment for defendant would be a "not guilty" verdict (usually). In a civil case, it would usually mean that the defendant does not have to pay money to the person who sued him or her (known as the "plaintiff").
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What does court deny defendant motion to dismiss declaratory judgment mean?
The case moves on
What does aid in execution mean?
Something in "aid of execution" is a court pleading or action to do something to enforce a court judgment. Enforcing a judgment, whether one for money damages or for eviction, is done by execution on the judgment. A judgment holder on a debt can execute the judgment by attaching the defendant's assets or garnishing salary. One way to force payment is to execute or levy on a defendant's assets. Sometimes the location of those assets is unknown and a court will give the judgment holder the right to bring the defendant in to declare his assets and tell where they are. Not every state will do this. The judgment holder applies for an order to compel the defendant to appear. This in an effort to aid in the execution of the judgment. hence the phrase.
How happens if defendant has no assets?
If the defendant has no assets, they may not be able to pay a monetary judgment against them. In such cases, the plaintiff may not be able to collect on the judgment unless the defendant's financial situation changes in the future.
Is judgment proof legal in Kentucky?
"Judgment-proof" means that even if a plaintiff obtains its civil judgment against its defendant, the defendant has no assets from on which the court can levy in proceedings in aid of execution to satisfy the judgment. It also generally implies that as a result the defendant is not worth being sued, because the possibility of ultimately recovering a money judgment is nil.Added: There is no such legal principle as judgment proof. It is not a defense to a lawsuit. One can obtain a judgment against a defendant, regardless of the ability to collect the judgment. Plaintiffs often choose to proceed against defendants who appear to be judgment proof because they believe that the defendant will eventually have assets or income against which to collect.You are correct. The status of being judgment-proof is as a matter of fact and not a matter of law. Which is why I used the word "implied" and not the word "holds". Therefore, it is legal to the extent that as a matter of fact the judgment cannot be satisfied.
What happens if the defendant cannot pay the judgment in a legal case?
If the defendant cannot pay the judgment in a legal case, the court may take steps to enforce the judgment, such as seizing assets or garnishing wages.
In a judicial foreclosure what does a Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure on Cross Claim mean?
That means that the cross claimant in the lawsuit was granted a judgment against the cross defendant(s). If the judgment is not satisfied in full immediately, the property in jeopardy will be foreclosed upon.
How can a judgment be enforced if the defendant refuses to pay?
If a defendant refuses to pay a judgment, it can be enforced through various legal methods such as wage garnishment, bank account levies, or seizing assets. These actions are typically carried out by court officers or collection agencies on behalf of the plaintiff to compel the defendant to satisfy the judgment.
What does the judgment mean when the plaintiff take nothing by this action and the defendant shall go hence without day?
When a judgment states that the plaintiff takes nothing by this action, it means that the court has ruled in favor of the defendant, and the plaintiff is not entitled to any relief or compensation. The phrase "the defendant shall go hence without day" indicates that the defendant is released from the case and does not have to return to court for this matter. Essentially, the defendant wins, and the case is concluded in their favor without any further obligations.
I recently received a civil case judgment which the defendant was found personally liable not his business?
If the defendant was found personally liable, you may not receive much from this judgment. A judgment just says the money is owed, it doesn't provide the remedy for paying it.
What does JAPL mean in disposition?
JAPL in disposition stands for "Judgment Against Plaintiff." It indicates that a judgment has been made in favor of the defendant against the plaintiff in a legal case.
What is a judgment of default?
The term describes the action taken by the court when the named defendant fails to respond to the lawsuit summons in writing and/or appearance upon the court date. A defendant is not required to make an appearance in court in a creditor suit, but failure to do so means the plaintiff will be automatically be awarded a writ of judgment. Such a judgment can then be executed against the defendant's real and personal property in accordance with the laws of the defendant's state.
What is the difference between an abstract of judgment and a judgment?
An abstract of judgment is a statement written as a summary of a judgment. It generally outlines any money owed by the plaintiff to the defendant or claimant in the case.
