Judgment Debtor Examination

/ˈdʒʌdʒmənt ˈdɛbɪtər ɪgzæmɪˈneɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A court-ordered proceeding in which a judgment debtor is questioned about their assets and financial affairs to aid in the enforcement of a money judgment.
    The creditor requested a judgment debtor examination to locate hidden assets.

Forms

  • judgment debtor examination
  • judgment debtor examinations

Commentary

This proceeding is a vital enforcement tool allowing courts to uncover a debtor's assets; precise statutory compliance is essential for validity.

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