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Can you own a car if have a civil debt?
If someone has a civil judgment against you, it is possible that your assets may be ats risk. However, the laws of most states also protect a portion of your assets. The types an amounts of property that you can protect from a judgment creditor will vary be state. However, it is usually not very cost effective for a judgment creditor to go after the debtor's car. Having a civil judgment on your credit history will make it more difficult for you to get a car loan. It will be difficult, but not impossible.
Can a civil judgment result in the repossession of a car that is co owned?
If the civil judgment is due to not making payments for an auto loan on the car that is in question, then yes, that car may be repossessed as a result of the judgment. If there is a judgment against both owners of the car (i.e., if the co-owners are both listed as defendants), then the car is considered an asset and may be repossessed unless there is proof that the car is required for one or all of the co-owners to earn money in order to pay the judgment. If there is a judgment against only one of the owners of the car (i.e., if one of the co-owners is listed as a defendant, but ANY of the others are not), then no, the vehicle may not be repossessed.
Will it hurt you in being able to buy a house or car if you lose a civil suit against you?
Probably, in most cases a judgment is entered against the defendant. A judgment will remain on a person's credit report for seven years from the time of entry and if renewable can be reentered on one's CR. The length of time a judgment remains public record depends upon the laws of the state in which the judgment is entered.
Can a car be reposessed after judgment?
Whether or not a car can be repossessed after a judgment depends on the judgment.
Is child support a civil judgment?
In Illinois, each child support payment is a civil judgment.
How do you place a lien on someone's property who owes you money for storage?
You need to sue them in civil court and win a judgment lien.You need to sue them in civil court and win a judgment lien.You need to sue them in civil court and win a judgment lien.You need to sue them in civil court and win a judgment lien.
Can they repossess your car while in a civil court case?
You could lose your car as part of the judgment resulting in a civil case, but your car will only be repossessed by the lienholder, and that's typically either for missing payments, or for something such as a vehicle being in an impound lot and pending auction.
What is adverse civil judgment?
It means you lost a civil suit in court and there is possibly a monetary judgment against you - can result in a Lien, etc.
Can a lawyer seize your car and personal property to satisfy a civil judgment in the state of Washington?
In Washington, a lawyer cannot personally seize your car and personal property to satisfy a civil judgment. Typically, a lawyer would need to obtain a court order authorizing a law enforcement officer or a constable to seize and sell your property to satisfy the judgment.
How do you get out of a Civil Judgment?
You can pay off the judgment , prove with a letter or some valid evidence that the judgment was made in error..
How long does a civil judgment last in Kansas?
In the state of Kansas, a civil judgment lasts 7 years. However, a judgment can be extended if it is re-opened in court before the 7 year deadline.
Can you get a criminal judgment after civil judgment?
Yes, it is possible to receive a criminal judgment after a civil judgment. Civil cases typically involve disputes between individuals or organizations, resulting in monetary damages or injunctions, while criminal cases are initiated by the government to address violations of criminal law. If the actions that led to the civil judgment also constituted a crime, law enforcement can pursue criminal charges regardless of the civil outcome. Therefore, the legal processes for civil and criminal cases are distinct and can occur independently of one another.
