Small claims judgment

About the small claims judgment

A small claims judgment is final. It is rendered by the judge from the bench, or in writing after being taken under advisement.

Judgment by default

A judgment may be rendered by default when the defendant took no part in the trial or failed to attend the hearing.

Revocation of judgment

A defendant can apply for the revocation of a judgment rendered by default, for a valid reason.

Voluntary execution of a judgment

The debtor has a legal time limit from the date of the judgment to pay the amount owed directly to the creditor.

Forced execution of a judgment

If the debtor fails to execute the judgment within the time limit, the creditor can apply measures to force execution.

Opposition to seizure following a decision

Under certain circumstances, debtors may oppose seizure of their income or property, or proposed sale of property.

Last update: October 21, 2022

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