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Once you’ve filed the forms, the next step is to share the forms with your spouse. You need to follow a specific process to do this called “serving papers.”
There are rules about where you can file your case. Some rules say you can file where you live, others say you must file where the other person lives or where a dispute happened. A judge may not be able to hear your case if you file in the wrong Court. Here are some general rules:
Is there an open case about this issue? If yes, then file in the county where that case is active.
If a case hasn’t been started:
Divorce - the county where you or your spouse has lived for the last 3 months (you must have lived in California for the last 6 months in order to file).
Child custody or support (parents not married) - you can usually file where the child lives, with some exceptions
Guardianship - where the minor lives
Conservatorship - where the person to be conserved lives
Small claims - where the defendant lives, where the business is officially located, where an accident or dispute took place.
Restraining orders - where the person accused of abuse lives or where the abuse took place.
Eviction - where the property is located.
NOTE! These rules cover common situations. Sometimes there are exceptions or other rules that apply to your case. For cases about minors or small claims, please speak to your local court Self-Help Center staff, or a lawyer referral service for assistance.
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You may be eligible to "set aside" the default judgement, or you might be able to negotiate a settlement with the debt collector.
I didn't understand I needed to file a response.
If you act quickly, you may be eligible to "set aside" the default judgement, or you might be able to negotiate a settlement with the debt collector.
I didn't knowthere was a court case.
Depending on the reasons, you may be eligible to "set aside" the default judgement, or you might be able to negotiate a settlement with the debt collector.
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For some people, getting served papers can trigger emotional responses. If you’re using someone who is not a professional server, tell them to keep the interaction brief and not to engage in any conversation about the case. They should remain outside and not enter a private home.
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If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
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No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.
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No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
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If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
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File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Prepare a Claim of Exemption (Enforcement of Judgment) (form EJ-160) and if based on financial need, Financial Statement (form EJ-165)
File the claim of exemption with the sheriff
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Prepare a Claim of Exemption (Enforcement of Judgment) (form EJ-160) and if based on financial need, Financial Statement (form EJ-165)
File the claim of exemption with the sheriff
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Prepare a Claim of Exemption (Enforcement of Judgment) (form EJ-160) and if based on financial need, Financial Statement (form EJ-165)
File the claim of exemption with the sheriff
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
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File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Prepare a Claim of Exemption (Enforcement of Judgment) (form EJ-160) and if based on financial need, Financial Statement (form EJ-165)
File the claim of exemption with the sheriff
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Address Civil & Family Law Branch 1050 Monterey Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 United States
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Address Criminal Branch 1050 Monterey Street, Rm 220 San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 United States
Please arrive early as sign-in may become full before 12:00. We operate on a first come first serve basis. For any questions about services, forms and workshops: (510)272-1393
Address Civil & Family Law Branch 1050 Monterey Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 United States
Criminal Branch
Address Criminal Branch 1050 Monterey Street, Rm 220 San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 United States
Please arrive early as sign-in may become full before 12:00. We operate on a first come first serve basis. For any questions about services, forms and workshops: (510)272-1393
The San Luis Obispo Superior Court Infraction Arraignment Calendar re-opens June 8, 2020 with some changes. All infraction appearances will be held at the Grover Beach Courthouse until further notice. Appointments
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
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If you bought a car with money that only you earned while married, the car is community property even though the money used to pay for it was earned by one spouse and not the other.
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Business or agencies have a specific person you must serve, not just any employee. Follow these guidelines to make sure you are serving the right person.
Use a guided interview to complete these forms online or use follow these instructions.
Submit the Claim of Exemption Forms
Make 2 copies of your completed forms.
Keep one copy for yourself.
Take or mail the originals and one copy to the Levying Officer identified in the upper right-hand corner of the Earnings Withholding Order (form WG-002). This is usually the sheriff. It may or may not be your local sheriff.
The sheriff keeps the original and sends a copy to the debt collector.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
File the claim of exemption with the sheriff
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Read more content
Wait to see if the claim of exemption is opposed
The debt collector has 10 days (15 if the sheriff serves them by mail) to oppose your claim. If not opposed, your claim is granted, and the amount of money claimed as exempt is returned.
Use a guided interview to complete these forms online or use follow these instructions.
Submit the Claim of Exemption Forms
Make 2 copies of your completed forms.
Keep one copy for yourself.
Take or mail the originals and one copy to the Levying Officer identified in the upper right-hand corner of the Earnings Withholding Order (form WG-002). This is usually the sheriff. It may or may not be your local sheriff.
The sheriff keeps the original and sends a copy to the debt collector.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
File the claim of exemption with the sheriff
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Read more content
Wait to see if the claim of exemption is opposed
The debt collector has 10 days (15 if the sheriff serves them by mail) to oppose your claim. If not opposed, your claim is granted, and the amount of money claimed as exempt is returned.
Use a guided interview to complete these forms online or use follow these instructions.
Submit the Claim of Exemption Forms
Make 2 copies of your completed forms.
Keep one copy for yourself.
Take or mail the originals and one copy to the Levying Officer identified in the upper right-hand corner of the Earnings Withholding Order (form WG-002). This is usually the sheriff. It may or may not be your local sheriff.
The sheriff keeps the original and sends a copy to the debt collector.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
File the claim of exemption with the sheriff
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Read more content
Wait to see if the claim of exemption is opposed
The debt collector has 10 days (15 if the sheriff serves them by mail) to oppose your claim. If not opposed, your claim is granted, and the amount of money claimed as exempt is returned.
Once you’ve served the petition and summons forms, your spouse has 30 days to respond. How they respond will determine how you’ll move forward with your case.
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Once you’ve served the petition and summons forms, your spouse has 30 days to respond. How they respond will determine how you’ll move forward with your case.
Once you’ve served the petition and summons forms, your spouse has 30 days to respond. How they respond will determine how you’ll move forward with your case.
Once you’ve served the petition and summons forms, your spouse has 30 days to respond. How they respond will determine how you’ll move forward with your case.
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The court consists of thirteen judges and two commissioners. The judiciary, under a single presiding judge, hears all cases filed with the court.
Mission
"Uphold the law and provide equal justice for all."
Vision
"The Court will resolve disputes fairly, in a manner that promotes public trust and confidence. We will be innovative, efficient, and provide equal and meaningful access to justice.
"Judicial officers and employees will stand together with a united court culture, where all are able to achieve their very best to serve the needs of the Court and the community."
Community Outreach
To schedule a speaker, tour, or for more information about Community Outreach projects or the Strategic Plan, contact Michael Powell, Court Executive Officer, at (805) 706-3615.
The court consists of thirteen judges and two commissioners. The judiciary, under a single presiding judge, hears all cases filed with the court.
Mission
"Uphold the law and provide equal justice for all."
Vision
"The Court will resolve disputes fairly, in a manner that promotes public trust and confidence. We will be innovative, efficient, and provide equal and meaningful access to justice.
"Judicial officers and employees will stand together with a united court culture, where all are able to achieve their very best to serve the needs of the Court and the community."
Community Outreach
To schedule a speaker, tour, or for more information about Community Outreach projects or the Strategic Plan, contact Michael Powell, Court Executive Officer, at (805) 706-3615.
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Registration for Walk-in Court is on a first come, first serve basis. To ensure registration for that day, it is recommended that you arrive at least 1 hour before registrations begins.
Decide how you wish to negotiate. Common choices are verbally, usually by phone, or in writing.
Reach an agreement
Always confirm the terms of an agreement in writing. Often a settlement will be put into a written settlement agreement. If the debt collector prepares the settlement agreement, read it very carefully, and be sure that you understand and agree to any terms in the settlement before you sign. You are allowed to consult an attorney before signing any settlement agreement.
Decide how to negotiate
Decide how you wish to negotiate. Common choices are verbally, usually by phone, or in writing.
Reach an agreement
Always confirm the terms of an agreement in writing. Often a settlement will be put into a written settlement agreement. If the debt collector prepares the settlement agreement, read it very carefully, and be sure that you understand and agree to any terms in the settlement before you sign. You are allowed to consult an attorney before signing any settlement agreement.
Decide how you wish to negotiate. Common choices are verbally, usually by phone, or in writing.
Reach an agreement
Always confirm the terms of an agreement in writing. Often a settlement will be put into a written settlement agreement. If the debt collector prepares the settlement agreement, read it very carefully, and be sure that you understand and agree to any terms in the settlement before you sign. You are allowed to consult an attorney before signing any settlement agreement.
Decide how to negotiate
Decide how you wish to negotiate. Common choices are verbally, usually by phone, or in writing.
Reach an agreement
Always confirm the terms of an agreement in writing. Often a settlement will be put into a written settlement agreement. If the debt collector prepares the settlement agreement, read it very carefully, and be sure that you understand and agree to any terms in the settlement before you sign. You are allowed to consult an attorney before signing any settlement agreement.
Decide how you wish to negotiate. Common choices are verbally, usually by phone, or in writing.
Reach an agreement
Always confirm the terms of an agreement in writing. Often a settlement will be put into a written settlement agreement. If the debt collector prepares the settlement agreement, read it very carefully, and be sure that you understand and agree to any terms in the settlement before you sign. You are allowed to consult an attorney before signing any settlement agreement.
Decide how to negotiate
Decide how you wish to negotiate. Common choices are verbally, usually by phone, or in writing.
Reach an agreement
Always confirm the terms of an agreement in writing. Often a settlement will be put into a written settlement agreement. If the debt collector prepares the settlement agreement, read it very carefully, and be sure that you understand and agree to any terms in the settlement before you sign. You are allowed to consult an attorney before signing any settlement agreement.
In limited cases (cases where under $25,000 is claimed), you have the opportunity to ask the court to order that the judgment be paid in monthly installments based upon your ability to pay.
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Prepare the claim of exemption
Complete Claim of Exemption Forms
Claim of Exemption (form WG-006) and a
Financial Statement (form WG-007).
Use a guided interview to complete these forms online or use follow these instructions.
Submit the Claim of Exemption Forms
Make 2 copies of your completed forms.
Keep one copy for yourself.
Take or mail the originals and one copy to the Levying Officer identified in the upper right-hand corner of the Earnings Withholding Order (form WG-002). This is usually the sheriff. It may or may not be your local sheriff.
The sheriff keeps the original and sends a copy to the debt collector.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
File the claim of exemption with the sheriff
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
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Wait to see if the claim of exemption is opposed
The debt collector has 10 days (15 if the sheriff serves them by mail) to oppose your claim. If not opposed, your claim is granted, and the amount of money claimed as exempt is returned.
One or more of the persons above are changing their name to conform to their gender identity.
Prepare the claim of exemption
Complete Claim of Exemption Forms
Claim of Exemption (form WG-006) and a
Financial Statement (form WG-007).
Use a guided interview to complete these forms online or use follow these instructions.
Submit the Claim of Exemption Forms
Make 2 copies of your completed forms.
Keep one copy for yourself.
Take or mail the originals and one copy to the Levying Officer identified in the upper right-hand corner of the Earnings Withholding Order (form WG-002). This is usually the sheriff. It may or may not be your local sheriff.
The sheriff keeps the original and sends a copy to the debt collector.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
File the claim of exemption with the sheriff
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Read more content
Wait to see if the claim of exemption is opposed
The debt collector has 10 days (15 if the sheriff serves them by mail) to oppose your claim. If not opposed, your claim is granted, and the amount of money claimed as exempt is returned.
There are rules about where you can file your case. Some rules say you can file where you live, others say you must file where the other person lives or where a dispute happened. A judge may not be able to hear your case if you file in the wrong Court. Here are some general rules:
Is there an open case about this issue? If yes, then file in the county where that case is active.
If a case hasn’t been started:
Divorce - the county where you or your spouse has lived for the last 3 months (you must have lived in California for the last 6 months in order to file).
Child custody or support (parents not married) - you can usually file where the child lives, with some exceptions
Guardianship - where the minor lives
Conservatorship - where the person to be conserved lives
Small claims - where the defendant lives, where the business is officially located, where an accident or dispute took place.
Restraining orders - where the person accused of abuse lives or where the abuse took place.
Eviction - where the property is located.
NOTE! These rules cover common situations. Sometimes there are exceptions or other rules that apply to your case. For cases about minors or small claims, please speak to your local court Self-Help Center staff, or a lawyer referral service for assistance.
The Self-Help Center/Family Law Facilitator's Office provides legal information and resources to self-represented court customers. Assistance may be in the form of walk in services, workshops, referrals and/or telephonic assistance.
Resources and information to help you represent yourself in court or work better with a lawyer, including step-by-step guidance for following court procedures and understanding your options.
What would you like to do?
Take action on my court case
Move your case forward make a change to a decision dismiss a case
Start a court case
Find your case type to get started
Get help with papers I was served
Look up by form number and understand your options
Get information about a legal matter
Find out what kind of help you can get from the court for a variety of situations
Look up a court case or citation
Find a traffic ticket or court case using the county courts website
Get help from the court
Find In-person self-centers, court interpreters, disability access and more
Resources and information to help you represent yourself in court or work better with a lawyer, including step-by-step guidance for following court procedures and understanding your options.
What would you like to do?
Take action on my court case
Move your case forward, make a change to a decision, dismiss a case
Start a court case
Find your case type to get started
Get help with papers I was served
Look up by form number and understand your options
Get information about a legal matter
Find out what kind of help you can get from the court for a variety of situations
Look up a court case or citation
Find a traffic ticket or court case using the county courts website
Get help from the court
Find In-person self-centers, court interpreters, disability access and more
If you received this summons and petition, it means someone has gone to court to establish that you or they are the parent of a child.
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Who sent me these papers?
The name of the person is at the very top of your summons (form FL-210).
Throughout these forms, you are called the respondent, and the person who sent the petition is called the petitioner.
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What does this petition say?
First look on form FL-200, which should be with the summons, to find the name(s) of the child(ren) this is about.
On the second page of FL-200, read sections 7, 8, 9, and 10 to see what orders the person is asking the court to make about parentage, custody and visitation.
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Parentage
In section 7 the petitioner has indicated who they believe are the legal parents of the child.
Prepare the claim of exemption
Prepare a Claim of Exemption (Enforcement of Judgment) (form EJ-160) and if based on financial need, Financial Statement (form EJ-165)
File the claim of exemption with the sheriff
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
What is legal parentage all about?
Once a person is established as the parent of a child, they will have all the rights and responsibilities of a parent:
Parents are able to request custody and visitation (parenting time) orders from the court
Parents are also responsible for paying child support and will have to pay a portion (usually ½) of the uninsured health-care costs for the children as well as a portion of child-care costs that result from the custodial parent getting or having a job or going to school.
If there is a court order that a person is the parent of a child, that person MUST financially support the child. It is a crime for a legal parent to fail to support his or her child. The parent also has the right to request custody or visitation rights related to the child.
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Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
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The San Luis Obispo Superior Court Infraction Arraignment Calendar re-opens June 8, 2020 with some changes. All infraction appearances will be held at the Grover Beach Courthouse until further notice. Appointments
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Registration for Walk-in Court is on a first come, first serve basis. To ensure registration for that day, it is recommended that you arrive at least 1 hour before registrations begins.
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
The court consists of thirteen judges and two commissioners. The judiciary, under a single presiding judge, hears all cases filed with the court.
Mission
"Uphold the law and provide equal justice for all."
Vision
"The Court will resolve disputes fairly, in a manner that promotes public trust and confidence. We will be innovative, efficient, and provide equal and meaningful access to justice.
"Judicial officers and employees will stand together with a united court culture, where all are able to achieve their very best to serve the needs of the Court and the community."
Community Outreach
To schedule a speaker, tour, or for more information about Community Outreach projects or the Strategic Plan, contact Michael Powell, Court Executive Officer, at (805) 706-3615.
The San Luis Obispo Superior Court Infraction Arraignment Calendar re-opens June 8, 2020 with some changes. All infraction appearances will be held at the Grover Beach Courthouse until further notice. Appointments
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Registration for Walk-in Court is on a first come, first serve basis. To ensure registration for that day, it is recommended that you arrive at least 1 hour before registrations begins.
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
The court consists of thirteen judges and two commissioners. The judiciary, under a single presiding judge, hears all cases filed with the court.
Mission
"Uphold the law and provide equal justice for all."
Vision
"The Court will resolve disputes fairly, in a manner that promotes public trust and confidence. We will be innovative, efficient, and provide equal and meaningful access to justice.
"Judicial officers and employees will stand together with a united court culture, where all are able to achieve their very best to serve the needs of the Court and the community."
Community Outreach
To schedule a speaker, tour, or for more information about Community Outreach projects or the Strategic Plan, contact Michael Powell, Court Executive Officer, at (805) 706-3615.
The San Luis Obispo Superior Court Infraction Arraignment Calendar re-opens June 8, 2020 with some changes. All infraction appearances will be held at the Grover Beach Courthouse until further notice. Appointments
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Registration for Walk-in Court is on a first come, first serve basis. To ensure registration for that day, it is recommended that you arrive at least 1 hour before registrations begins.
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
The court consists of thirteen judges and two commissioners. The judiciary, under a single presiding judge, hears all cases filed with the court.
Mission
"Uphold the law and provide equal justice for all."
Vision
"The Court will resolve disputes fairly, in a manner that promotes public trust and confidence. We will be innovative, efficient, and provide equal and meaningful access to justice.
"Judicial officers and employees will stand together with a united court culture, where all are able to achieve their very best to serve the needs of the Court and the community."
Community Outreach
To schedule a speaker, tour, or for more information about Community Outreach projects or the Strategic Plan, contact Michael Powell, Court Executive Officer, at (805) 706-3615.
The San Luis Obispo Superior Court Infraction Arraignment Calendar re-opens June 8, 2020 with some changes. All infraction appearances will be held at the Grover Beach Courthouse until further notice. Appointments
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Registration for Walk-in Court is on a first come, first serve basis. To ensure registration for that day, it is recommended that you arrive at least 1 hour before registrations begins.
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
The court consists of thirteen judges and two commissioners. The judiciary, under a single presiding judge, hears all cases filed with the court.
Mission
"Uphold the law and provide equal justice for all."
Vision
"The Court will resolve disputes fairly, in a manner that promotes public trust and confidence. We will be innovative, efficient, and provide equal and meaningful access to justice.
"Judicial officers and employees will stand together with a united court culture, where all are able to achieve their very best to serve the needs of the Court and the community."
Community Outreach
To schedule a speaker, tour, or for more information about Community Outreach projects or the Strategic Plan, contact Michael Powell, Court Executive Officer, at (805) 706-3615.
The San Luis Obispo Superior Court Infraction Arraignment Calendar re-opens June 8, 2020 with some changes. All infraction appearances will be held at the Grover Beach Courthouse until further notice. Appointments
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
Registration for Walk-in Court is on a first come, first serve basis. To ensure registration for that day, it is recommended that you arrive at least 1 hour before registrations begins.
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
The court consists of thirteen judges and two commissioners. The judiciary, under a single presiding judge, hears all cases filed with the court.
Mission
"Uphold the law and provide equal justice for all."
Vision
"The Court will resolve disputes fairly, in a manner that promotes public trust and confidence. We will be innovative, efficient, and provide equal and meaningful access to justice.
"Judicial officers and employees will stand together with a united court culture, where all are able to achieve their very best to serve the needs of the Court and the community."
Community Outreach
To schedule a speaker, tour, or for more information about Community Outreach projects or the Strategic Plan, contact Michael Powell, Court Executive Officer, at (805) 706-3615.
The process for divorce for couples without children?
Getting a divorce takes a minimum of 6 months and involves 3 major phases. The main steps are the same for couples who are married and for those who have domestic partnerships.
Select any phase to see more details and get step-by-step instructions.
For your case to be fair, the court requires everyone to have copies of the same papers and information before any orders are made.
To start a divorce, you begin by filling out two court forms: a Petition and a Summons In the forms, you’ll tell the court when you married and when you separated and how you want your property divided, whether spousal support and other issues. You’ll also use these forms to officially tell your spouse you’ve started a divorce case.
Get familiar with a few key terms
The way you fill out these form will impact the outcome of your case, so it’ important to do it correctly. The forms include some terms that may be unfamiliar to you – especially terms for how the court treats property in a divorce.
It helps if you understand the terms the court uses (for example community property, separate property) before you start to fill out the forms.
Some courts allow you to complete these online. Check your court’s website to see if they offer this service.
Confirm you can file in California
To file for divorce in California, either you or your spouse has to have lived in California for the past 6 months and in your current California county for at least 3 months.
This is known as meeting the residency requirement.
This form asks for basic information about your marriage and the type of orders you want the court to be able to make about things like spousal support and property.
This form tells your spouse that you've started a court case and that they have 30 days to respond.
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ALERT: Read this form carefully. Page 2 lists a number of things you cannot do once you file for divorce and these apply to you as soon as you file this form. These are called Standard Family Law Restraining Orders.
Figure out if you need the court to decide something right away
Some courts have additional local forms they require you to use.
Contact your court clerk’s office, check your court’s website, or talk to your family law facilitator or self-help center to ask if they have any local forms you need to use.
Make copies of your forms
After you’ve filled out the forms and signed the Petition, make 2 copies of both forms.
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In general, after a divorce, you keep your separate property and divide your community property.
What is next?
Once you have filled out the forms, the next step is to file them with the court clerk. You will have one copy of the forms served on your spouse after they are stamped by the clerk.
For your case to be fair, the court requires everyone to have copies of the same papers and information before any orders are made.
Here's a simplified version of the typical process for starting a divorce. There are many ways this process may be different depending on your situation. For example, it’s possible to get a divorce even if the other spouse doesn’t respond to the divorce papers.
Select a task from the diagram or from the list below to get step-by-step instructions and also to find out what to do if your situation doesn’t follow the typical path
For your case to be fair, the court requires everyone to have copies of the same papers and information before any orders are made.
Once you complete your forms, you need to file them with the court and pay a filing fee of $435-$450. If you are unable to afford this fee, you may apply for a fee waiver.
Take your forms to the court clerk
Check Find my Court to find the courthouse in your county that accepts divorce filings. Look for the courthouse location that lists “Family” as one of the subjects under “Matters Served.”
At the courthouse, you’ll file the forms by giving the original and the 2 copies to the clerk.
The clerk will give you a case number and stamp the forms
The court will keep the original and return the copies to you. One is for you, the other for your spouse.
Pay a filing fee
You’ll need to pay a fee of $435-$450 to the clerk when you file your forms.
If you can’t afford the fee, you can ask the clerk for a fee waiver. You qualify for a fee waiver if:
You receive public benefits
Your income falls below a level classified as low income
You can’t afford the fee and to meet your basic needs
The debt collector has 10 days (15 if the sheriff serves them by mail) to oppose your claim. If not opposed, your claim is granted, and the amount of money claimed as exempt is returned.
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In general, after a divorce, you keep your separate property and divide your community property.
What is next?
Once you have filled out the forms, the next step is to file them with the court and pay a fee.
Sharing financial information with your spouse is a requirement for getting divorced
To divorce, you must share complete and up-to-date information about your finances with your spouse and your spouse must share this with you. This is called disclosure. You can’t get divorced if you don’t share financial information.
Not only is sharing this information required, but being upfront makes it easier to work out an agreement with your spouse. You need this information to divide your property and debts equally and make decisions about child and spousal support.
You must share financial information by a deadline.
The first time you give your spouse this information it’s called preliminary disclosures You must complete preliminary disclosures by a deadline:
60-days after filing for divorce, if you’re the petitioner
60-days after you’re served with divorce papers, if you’re the responden
Sometimes, you also must make a second disclosure, a final disclosure, at the end of your case. This happens if you end up having a trial. If you don’t have a trial, you can waive this final requirement.
How to serve divorce papers using personal service
For your case to be fair, the court requires everyone to have copies of the same papers and information before any orders are made.
Once you file the first papers in your divorce case, you must notify your spouse by formally delivering copies of the paperwork. This is called serving papers.
The primary way this is done is called personal service. This means another adult, not you, hands them a copy of the filed papers. This person is your server.
Your server must complete a form and file it with the court to prove they delivered the papers.
There are alternatives to personal service. There are a few situations when personal service is not allowed, not possible, or requires extra steps. For example, the person is out-of-state, in jail, or you can’t find them.
This form asks for basic information about your marriage and the type of orders you want the court to be able to make about things like spousal support and property.
This form tells your spouse that you've started a court case and that they have 30 days to respond.
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If you’ve already filed a request for order and have a hearing scheduled, you must serve the papers at least 16 court days before the court date, unless the court ordered a different deadline.
A court day means a day a court is open (Monday through Friday except court holidays).
Have your server give the papers to your spouse
Your server must find the person and hand them these forms:
Copies of forms you filed with the court (except any fee waiver forms)
Your server should note the address where they gave your spouse or partner the papers, along with the date and time. The server needs this information to fill out the Proof of Service form.
If the other person won’t take the papers, your server may leave them by the person and tell them what they are. For example, your server can leave them on the doorstep and say, 'These are important legal papers for you.'
Have your server complete the Proof of Service form
It helps if you fill in the top part of the form with the case and court information.
Your server can then fill in the information about how, when, and where they served the papers. Your server must sign the form.
Copy and file the Proof of Service form
Make a copy of your Proof of Service form.
File the original and copy with the court where you filed the papers. The court will stamp and return the copy.
Keep the copy of the Proof of Service form for your records.
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In general, after a divorce, you keep your separate property and divide your community property.
Once you’ve filed the forms, the next step is to share the forms with your spouse. You need to follow a specific process to do this called “serving papers.”
What’s next?
Once you’ve served the petition and summons forms, your spouse has 30 days to respond. How they respond will determine how you’ll move forward with your case.
Regardless of how they respond, you’ll need to complete your financial disclosures.
To finish your divorce, you must turn in a set of final forms along with your agreement to the court.
The details of this process are slightly different depending on how you and your spouse are working together, or if you’re not.
There are alternatives to personal service. There are a few situations when personal service is not allowed, not possible, or requires extra steps. For example, the person is out-of-state, in jail, or you can’t find them.
Make copies of your forms and file them with the court. The court will take a first appearance fee ($435), unless you file a fee waiver.
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Think about safety when serving papers
For some people, getting served papers can trigger emotional responses. If you’re using someone who is not a professional server, tell them to keep the interaction brief and not to engage in any conversation about the case. They should remain outside and not enter a private home.
Publish in a Newspaper
Publish one of the forms, the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (form FL-120) in a newspaper in your county.
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Think about safety when serving papers
For some people, getting served papers can trigger emotional responses. If you’re using someone who is not a professional server, tell them to keep the interaction brief and not to engage in any conversation about the case. They should remain outside and not enter a private home.
Tentative Rulings and Obtain Decree
Check your court’s tentative rulings the court day before your hearing (if applicable), attend hearing if required, and obtain your decree.
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Tentative Rulings and Obtain Decree
Check your court’s tentative rulings the court day before your hearing (if applicable), attend hearing if required, and obtain your decree.
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Think about safety when serving papers
For some people, getting served papers can trigger emotional responses. If you’re using someone who is not a professional server, tell them to keep the interaction brief and not to engage in any conversation about the case. They should remain outside and not enter a private home.
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Serve each person you are suing.
If you're suing a person (or people)
Serve each person you are suing.
If you're suing a business or government
Business or agencies have a specific person you must serve, not just any employee. Follow these guidelines to make sure you are serving the right person.
What to know about property law if you’re getting a divorce
When you divorce, the court has to formally approve how you’ll divide your property and debts
Part of your divorce involves dividing your property and debts. Even if you divided everything informally when you separated, the court still needs to make a formal order about these issues. This doesn’t mean you have to go to court. The court could formally approve an agreement you and your spouse write up. If you can't decide, the court can decide for you at a hearing or trial. To tell the court what you want to happen, it helps to know some terms and basic concepts about property law in California. You will see these terms on many of the court forms you’ll need to use.
California divides property two categories: community property and separate property
Community property: This is what either of you earned (or debt you took out) after you married, but before you separated. The “community” is you and your spouse. The property belongs to you both equally.
Separate property: This is what you had before you married or got after you separated. Gifts or inheritance to one of you is also separate property. Separate property means it belongs to one of you.
Community and separate property applies to property and debts you owe.
In general, after a divorce, you keep your separate property and divide your community property.
In general, after a divorce, you keep your separate property and divide your community property.
Community or separate? It generally depends on your date of separation
You need to know when you married and when you separated to figure out what's separate property and what's community property. The day of your marriage is generally easy to figure out. Separation can be trickier. Figure out your date of separation:
Start with the day that you let your spouse know (by actions or words) that you wanted to end your marriage
Confirm that after that day, your actions were consistent with wanting to end your marriage
I didn't knowthere was a court case.
Depending on the reasons, you may be eligible to "set aside" the default judgement, or you might be able to negotiate a settlement with the debt collector.
For some people, this is the day they moved out. For others, this is a day the two spouses agreed together that their marriage was over, and they made plans to divorce. From that day forward, what you or your spouse earned or loans you took out were no longer community property.
In general, after a divorce, you keep your separate property and divide your community property.
For some people, this is the day they moved out. For others, this is a day the two spouses agreed together that their marriage was over, and they made plans to divorce. From that day forward, what you or your spouse earned or loans you took out were no longer community property
In general, after a divorce, you keep your separate property and divide your community property.
How to tell when something is separate property
Separate property is:
Anything you earned or owned (or a debt) from before you married or after you separated
Gifts or inheritance (to one of you) even if it was given or inherited when you were married
I didn't knowthere was a court case.
Depending on the reasons, you may be eligible to "set aside" the default judgement, or you might be able to negotiate a settlement with the debt collector.
Anything you buy with separate property or you earn from separate property is also separate property.
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Wage Garnishment
If you bought a car with money that only you earned while married, the car is community property even though the money used to pay for it was earned by one spouse and not the other.
If you have separate property, it belongs only to you, as long as it was kept separately. Kept it separately means you didn’t give it to your spouse. Debts can be separate property too, such as credit cards you might get after you separate.
After divorce, each of you can keep your separate property.The court does not divide separate property. Instead, the court “confirms” it is your separate property.
Anything you buy with separate property or you earn from separate property is also separate property.
How to tell when something is community property
Community property is:
Anything you earned while married
Anything you bought with money you earned while married
Any debt you take on while married
In general, after a divorce, you keep your separate property and divide your community property.
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Think about safety when serving papers
For some people, getting served papers can trigger emotional responses. If you’re using someone who is not a professional server, tell them to keep the interaction brief and not to engage in any conversation about the case. They should remain outside and not enter a private home.
If you're suing a person (or people)
Serve each person you are suing.
If you're suing a business or government
Business or agencies have a specific person you must serve, not just any employee. Follow these guidelines to make sure you are serving the right person.
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If you bought a car with money that only you earned while married, the car is community property even though the money used to pay for it was earned by one spouse and not the other.
Property you didn’t earn, like a gift or inheritance one of you received while married, is not community property.Community property is:
You may have more community property than you realize.Property you didn’t earn, like a gift or inheritance one of you received while married, is not community property.
You may have more community property than you realize.Property you didn’t earn, like a gift or inheritance one of you received while married, is not community property.
How to tell when something is separate property
Community property is:
Anything you earned while married
Anything you bought with money you earned while married
Any debt you take on while married
If you're suing a person (or people)
Serve each person you are suing.
If you're suing a business or government
Business or agencies have a specific person you must serve, not just any employee. Follow these guidelines to make sure you are serving the right person.
Property you didn’t earn, like a gift or inheritance one of you received while married, is not community property.
You may have more community property than you realize. Property you didn’t earn, like a gift or inheritance one of you received while married, is not community property.
You may have more community property than you realize. Property you didn’t earn, like a gift or inheritance one of you received while married, is not community property.
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EXAMPLE
If you bought a car with money that only you earned while married, the car is community property even though the money used to pay for it was earned by one spouse and not the other.
EXAMPLE
If you bought a car with money that only you earned while married, the car is community property even though the money used to pay for it was earned by one spouse and not the other.
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If you bought a car with money that only you earned while married, the car is community property even though the money used to pay for it was earned by one spouse and not the other.
If a judgment is entered against you, it is only the first step the debt collector must go through in seeking to collect a judgment. If you face a collection on a judgment, remember:
You will not go to jail for having a judgment against you.
The amount taken will be up to the amount of the judgment plus interest. The levy is not continuous; it only takes the money in the account at the time of the levy. Funds deposited after the levy are not taken. You may be able to get some or all of the money levied depending on the source of the funds deposited into the account or your financial situation.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exemption (plus five days if the notice was sent by mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
Relevant Files
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(Form EJ-160)
Prepare a Claim of Exemption (form WG-006) and Financial Statement (form WG-007)
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File the claim of exemption
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail)
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Wait to see if the claim of exemption is opposed
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Order to Withhold Wages within 10 days (15 if the Order to Withhold Wages was served by mail).
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Reply to the opposition, if any
Serve and file your reply, if any with the court
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Attend the hearing, if any
Gather your evidence. Check tentative rulings the court day before if your court uses them.
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Direct-deposit federal benefit accounts
You likely received this notice because your bank account is a Social Security direct-deposit account.
Federal benefits are exempt from a bank levy, and in recent years federal regulations have required banks to look at whether an account is receiving federal benefits before levying any funds. If an account is a deposit account for federal benefits the bank then looks at the total amount of benefits deposited in the two months prior to the levy. If the balance in the account is less than the two months of benefits, the bank does not levy the account, and sends a notice of this to the account holder. If the account balance exceeded the levy amounts, then only the amount over these two months of benefits would be taken.
As long as your account balance is less than two months of the federal benefits being deposited into it, your account will remain safe from garnishment.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
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(Form EJ-160)
General information about judgments, collection, and your options
A judgment is an order stating that you owe the debt collector the amount on the judgment.
You would owe the full amount right away unless the judge ordered a payment plan (or you are filing an appeal).
The court does not take any steps to collect a judgment on its own. It is up to you to pay the judgment, or the debt collector to collect the judgment.
As long as the judgment is unpaid, it will gather interest at 10% per year. The sooner a judgment is paid, the less interest you will have to pay on top of the judgment.
Why did I receive a judgment?
You received a judgment because the court decided against you in a court case. This could have happened in one of a few ways:
By default
Because you didn't respond to the lawsuit.
At the beginning of a case, the defendant is supposed to serve you with a few documents including a Summons and Complaint. This means that someone is supposed to hand you or someone in your home or work with a copy of these documents. If they hand it to someone else, a copy is supposed to be mailed to you. This starts your time to respond to the lawsuit. Normally, you have 30 days to respond. If you do not, the other side may request "default" and ask the court to decide the case without you.
I didn't understand I needed to file a response.
If you act quickly, you may be eligible to "set aside" the default judgment, or you might be able to negotiate a settlement with the debt collector.
I didn't know there was a court case.
Depending on the reasons, you may be eligible to "set aside" the default judgment, or you might be able to negotiate a settlement with the debt collector.
After trial
After each side appears in court to present their case.
After a motion for summary judgment or judgment on the pleadings
After the debt collector files a motion to decide the case without trial.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
What can happen next
In collection cases, it is common for a debt collector to try to collect by:
Wage garnishment
Taking up to 25% of after-tax wages
Lien against real property
Making it so you cannot sell, re-finance, or buy land without paying
Bank levy
Taking the money from a bank account or emptying a safe-deposit box
You have the opportunity to defend against each type of collection. You may also negotiate a settlement with the debt collector, or in a limited civil case (under $25,000) file a motion to pay judgment in installments.
How can I protect my money or things from collection?
When a debt collector tries to collect, you may attempt to defend your money or property from collection. Other than negotiating a settlement, these defenses do not reduce a judgment, or stop interest from being added to the judgment.
A lien is the result of the judgment being recorded with the Clerk Recorder for the county.
This lien will prevent you from buying, selling, or refinancing any land until the lien is cleared. Liens are on a county-by-county basis, so having a lien in one county does not affect your property in another.
To clear the lien, you must either pay the judgment in full or negotiate a settlement with the debt collector.
At any time you and the debt collector may agree to settle the judgment. Any settlement that you and the debt collector can agree to is a valid settlement.
Common types of settlements include:
A lump sum payment of less than the full amount to settle the entire judgment
A partial lump sum payment, plus monthly payments until a set amount is paid
Monthly payments with or without any discount to the judgment or even
Dismissal of the case/judgment
Benefits of settlement
Settlements allow you to take control of the judgment and set its terms. Settlements are often successful because each party has agreed to it, and is therefore more willing to do what is agreed.
Ideally, a settlement should allow you to leave in a better position than if you did nothing. For you, that may be paying less, or paying on more favorable terms. To the debt collector, this could be collecting sooner rather than later, and with less effort.
Decide how you wish to negotiate. Common choices are verbally, usually by phone, or in writing.
Reach an agreement
Always confirm the terms of an agreement in writing. Often a settlement will be put into a written settlement agreement. If the debt collector prepares the settlement agreement, read it very carefully, and be sure that you understand and agree to any terms in the settlement before you sign. You are allowed to consult an attorney before signing any settlement agreement.
Decide how to negotiate
Decide how you wish to negotiate. Common choices are verbally, usually by phone, or in writing.
Reach an agreement
Always confirm the terms of an agreement in writing. Often a settlement will be put into a written settlement agreement. If the debt collector prepares the settlement agreement, read it very carefully, and be sure that you understand and agree to any terms in the settlement before you sign. You are allowed to consult an attorney before signing any settlement agreement.
In limited cases (cases where under $25,000 is claimed), you have the opportunity to ask the court to order that the judgment be paid in monthly installments based upon your ability to pay.
Prepare the Motion to Pay Judgment in Installments
Follow the instructions or use the guided interview to pay the judgment in installments
File the Motion to Pay Judgment in Installments with the court
File the original plus three copies of the Motion to Pay Judgment in Installments with the court, following local procedure
Wait for opposition
If opposed, the opposing party will serve an opposition at least 9 court days before the hearing
Reply to opposition, if any
If opposed, reply to the opposition up to 5 court days before the hearing
Attend the hearing
Gather your evidence. Check tentative rulings the court day before if your court uses them.
There are ways you can control the repayment of the judgment.
If your wages are garnished, the debt collector can take up to 25% of your after-tax wages. If your income is low or near minimum wage, the amount taken may be less than 25%. Unfortunately, some employers miscalculate the amount below 25%.
By law, your employer cannot fire you or take other action against you for a single wage garnishment.
If you are unable to afford the amount to be garnished from wages, a claim of exemption may reduce or stop the withholding. Act quickly! If you file within ten days you might be able to prevent the garnishment from starting. Even if the garnishment starts, file as early as possible, since the sheriff will hold onto funds levied after filing the claim of exemption. Once the garnishment starts and funds are transferred to the debt collector, it is almost impossible to get them back.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
Relevant Files
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(Form EJ-160)
Prepare a Claim of Exemption (form WG-006) and Financial Statement (form WG-007)
File the claim of exemption
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Order to Withhold Wages within 10 days (15 if the Order to Withhold Wages was served by mail)
Wait to see if the claim of exemption is opposed
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Order to Withhold Wages within 10 days (15 if the Order to Withhold Wages was served by mail).
Reply to the opposition, if any
Serve and file your reply, if any with the court
Attend the hearing, if any
Gather your evidence. Check tentative rulings the court day before if your court uses them.
In addition to your claim of exemption, you may be able to negotiate a settlement of your judgment. If the judgment was entered because you did not file an Answer in the case, you may be able to file a motion to set aside the judgment if you did not know about the case, the documents starting the case were never served, or you didn’t file an Answer due to inadvertence, mistake, or excusable neglect.
Use a guided interview to complete these forms online or use follow these instructions.
Submit the Claim of Exemption Forms
Make 2 copies of your completed forms.
Keep one copy for yourself.
Take or mail the originals and one copy to the Levying Officer identified in the upper right-hand corner of the Earnings Withholding Order (form WG-002). This is usually the sheriff. It may or may not be your local sheriff.
The sheriff keeps the original and sends a copy to the debt collector.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
File the claim of exemption with the sheriff
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail
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Wait to see if the claim of exemption is opposed
The debt collector has 10 days (15 if the sheriff serves them by mail) to oppose your claim. If not opposed, your claim is granted, and the amount of money claimed as exempt is returned.
The other party in your family law case is asking the court to make a decision. The court set a date to hear from both sides (a "hearing") before it makes a decision.
What the Other Party is Asking the Court to Decide
The topic of the request is checked on the first page. Exactly what the person wants the Court to decide and why are on Pages 2-4 and any attachments.
If "Change" is checked it means that there's already an order about this issue and the other party wants that changed.
If "Temporary emergency orders" is checked it means the other party asked the court to decide something urgent before the hearing. If the Court agreed, item 7 at the bottom of Page 1 will be checked and the orders will be attached. These orders are temporary. They only last until the hearing. You must follow these orders.
Orders Made Before the Hearing
Sometimes the Court makes orders about what one or both sides must do before the hearing. For example, if the hearing is about child custody and visitation, the Court may order you to attend mediation. You must follow any orders listed.
What you can do
No matter what you decide to do, right now you need to:
follow any orders in or attached to the Request for Order
go to mediation, if ordered in item 6 on Page 1
You have options to respond. If you don't respond, the Court will decide without your input.
There's generally no cost to respond. If this is the first time you are filing papers in the case, there may be a fee. If you can't afford the fee, you can ask for a fee waiver.
If You Can Reach an Agreement
Unless there is a restraining order, contact the other side to see if you can agree. If you do, you can submit a signed written agreement to the Court and request to cancel the hearing.
If You Disagree
Complete, file, and serve Responsive Declaration to Request for Orders (Form Fl-320) to let the Court that know you disagree and why.
This must be filed and served at least 9 court days before the hearing unless item 5 on Page 1 says otherwise.
Attend the hearing. If you didn’t file a Responsive Declaration, the Court may not listen to your input.
If You Agree
Complete, file, and serve Responsive Declaration to Request for Orders (Form Fl-320) to let the Court know you agree and why.
This must be filed and served at least 9 court days before the hearing unless item 5 on Page 1 says otherwise.
Attend the hearing. If you didn’t file a Responsive Declaration, the Court may not listen to your input.
Ask for something not in the Request
At the hearing, the Court will only make decisions about the issues listed in the Request for Order (FL-300). If you want the Court to decide about something else, you must file your own Request for Order (Fl-300).
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If your wages are garnished, the debt collector can take up to 25% of your after-tax wages. If your income is low or near minimum wage, the amount taken may be less than 25%. Unfortunately, some employers miscalculate the amount below 25%.
By law, your employer cannot fire you or take other action against you for a single wage garnishment.
If you are unable to afford the amount to be garnished from wages, a claim of exemption may reduce or stop the withholding. Act quickly! If you file within ten days you might be able to prevent the garnishment from starting. Even if the garnishment starts, file as early as possible, since the sheriff will hold onto funds levied after filing the claim of exemption. Once the garnishment starts and funds are transferred to the debt collector, it is almost impossible to get them back.
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
Relevant Files
This item is mapped from list block (Enforcement of Judgement)
(Form EJ-160)
Prepare a Claim of Exemption (form WG-006) and Financial Statement (form WG-007)
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File the claim of exemption
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail)
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Wait to see if the claim of exemption is opposed
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Order to Withhold Wages within 10 days (15 if the Order to Withhold Wages was served by mail).
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Reply to the opposition, if any
Serve and file your reply, if any with the court
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Attend the hearing, if any
Gather your evidence. Check tentative rulings the court day before if your court uses them.
Read more content
In addition to your claim of exemption, you may be able to negotiate a settlement of your judgment. If the judgment was entered because you did not file an Answer in the case, you may be able to file a motion to set aside the judgment if you did not know about the case, the documents starting the case were never served, or you didn’t file an Answer due to inadvertence, mistake, or excusable neglect.
In addition to your claim of exemption, you may be able to negotiate a settlement of your judgment. If the judgment was entered because you did not file an Answer in the case, you may be able to file a motion to set aside the judgment if you did not know about the case, the documents starting the case were never served, or you didn’t file an Answer due to inadvertence, mistake, or excusable neglect.
In addition to your claim of exemption, you may be able to negotiate a settlement of your judgment. If the judgment was entered because you did not file an Answer in the case, you may be able to file a motion to set aside the judgment if you did not know about the case, the documents starting the case were never served, or you didn’t file an Answer due to inadvertence, mistake, or excusable neglect.
In addition to your claim of exemption, you may be able to negotiate a settlement of your judgment. If the judgment was entered because you did not file an Answer in the case, you may be able to file a motion to set aside the judgment if you did not know about the case, the documents starting the case were never served, or you didn’t file an Answer due to inadvertence, mistake, or excusable neglect.
Prepare the claim of exemption
Prepare a Claim of Exemption (form WG-006) and Financial Statement (form WG-007)
If your bank account is levied, you must act quickly! You have only ten days from the date of the levy to file a claim of exempltion (plus five days if the notice was sent be mail) with the sheriff performing the levy.
File the claim of exemption
File the original plus one copy with the sheriff shown on the Notice of Levy (form EJ-150) form within 10 days (15 days if the Notice of Levy was served by mail)