Filing Multiple Legal Motions

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To enforce a money judgment in St. Clair County, Illinois, you can file a Motion for Order to Show Cause or a Motion for Contempt. These motions compel the debtor to comply with the judgment. If personal service is difficult, request court permission for alternative service, like email. You can file multiple motions, but ensure each serves a distinct purpose. Consult the St. Clair County Circuit Clerk for forms and guidance. An Order to Show Cause requires the debtor to justify non-compliance at a court hearing, potentially leading to penalties.

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how do i write a motion and what kind of motion do i ask for... I have a money judgement from a business owner that wont pay me.I have printed out the * businesses he owns .I do not have any other contact info except a email address for the owner so i have no way to serve him any court ordersgrantedby the judge except to send in email

Hi Vickie,
To proceed with enforcing your money judgment, you may want to file a "Motion for Order to Show Cause" or a "Motion for Contempt" to compel the business owner to comply with the judgment.

Missouri Service of Process Guidelines:
- Personal service is typically required.
- If you cannot locate the individual, you may request permission from the court to serve via alternative methods, like email.
Do you have any information on the county where the judgment was awarded?

Illinois

Hi Vickie,
To help you better, could you please confirm the county in Illinois where the judgment was awarded? This will ensure I provide you with the most relevant information for your situation.

st clair

Hi Vickie,
In St. Clair County, Illinois, you can take the following steps:
- File a "Motion for Order to Show Cause" or "Motion for Contempt" in the court where the judgment was awarded.
- Request permission from the court to serve the business owner via email if you cannot locate them for personal service.
If you need to contact the court:

St. Clair County Circuit Court

Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Public Square, Belleville, IL *
Website: www.circuitclerk.co.st-clair.il.us

Would you like more information on how to file the motion?

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Steps to File a Motion in St. Clair County, Illinois:
*. **Obtain Forms**: Visit the St. Clair County Circuit Clerk's website or office to get the required motion forms.
*. **Complete Forms**: Fill out the "Motion for Order to Show Cause" or "Motion for Contempt" forms.
*. **File the Motion**: Submit the completed forms to the Circuit Clerk's office.
*. **Request Alternative Service**: Include a request for alternative service by email due to difficulties in locating the business owner.
For more detailed guidance, please contact the St. Clair County Circuit Clerk:

St. Clair County Circuit Court

Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Public Square, Belleville, IL *
Website: [www.circuitclerk.co.st-clair.il.us](http://www.circuitclerk.co.st-clair.il.us)

Order to Show Cause what is that?

Hi Vickie,
An "Order to Show Cause" is a court order that requires a person or entity to appear before the court and explain or justify why a certain action should not be taken. It is often used to compel compliance with a judgment.
Would you like more details on how it works?

yes

Hi Vickie,
An "Order to Show Cause" works as follows:
- **Purpose**: Compels the judgment debtor to explain why they haven't complied with the court's judgment.
- **Hearing**: A court hearing is scheduled where the debtor must present their reasons.
- **Outcome**: If the debtor fails to justify, the court may impose penalties or enforce compliance.
Would you like more guidance on how to request this order?

yes'

Hi Vickie,
To request an "Order to Show Cause" in St. Clair County, Illinois, follow these steps:
*. **Prepare the Motion**: Complete the required forms for "Motion for Order to Show Cause."
*. **File the Motion**: Submit the motion to the St. Clair County Circuit Clerk's office.
*. **Attend Hearing**: Appear at the scheduled hearing to explain non-compliance by the debtor.
For more assistance, contact:

St. Clair County Circuit Court

Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Public Square, Belleville, IL *
Website: [www.circuitclerk.co.st-clair.il.us](http://www.circuitclerk.co.st-clair.il.us)

can i file more than * motion incase one of them is not good

Hi Vickie,
Yes, you can file more than one motion. However, it's advisable to ensure each motion serves a distinct purpose. You might want to consult with the court clerk or a legal advisor to determine the best strategy.
Would you like more information on specific types of motions you can file?

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