Small claims judgment
Judgment on the face of the record
A judgment may be rendered without a hearing. The judge examines the entire record, then renders a judgment without a hearing.
This is called a judgment on the face of the record.
The judge may decide to hold a hearing before rendering a judgment if they deem it necessary.
Asking for a judgment on the face of the record
You and the other party must agree to a judgment on the face of the record.
To do so, complete the Consent to a judgment on the face of the record (SJ-1270) (PDF 231 Kb) form.
Send it to the courthouse. The other party will be informed of your intention.
They are free to agree or decline. If the other party declines, the file will continue its usual course.
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Completing your file
A notice is sent once you’ve agreed to a judgment on the face of the record. You will have the opportunity to complete your file before it is analyzed. For instance, you could include new evidence or an affidavit in lieu of testimony.
Withdrawing consent to a judgment on the face of the record
You may withdraw your consent before the judgment is rendered.
To do so, you must inform the courthouse of your decision in writing.
Once your consent is withdrawn, the file will resume its usual course.
Last update: October 20, 2025