Bounced Check Legal Steps

Summary

If a judgment debtors check bounces in California, you can file for a judgment debtor examination, garnish wages, or levy their bank account. A judgment debtor examination is a legal procedure where the debtor is questioned under oath about their property and financial status. This can help identify assets that you may be able to seize to satisfy the judgment. The amount owed doesnt increase due to the bounced check, but you may recover additional costs related to collection efforts. If you dont have a lawyer, you can represent yourself or seek help from legal aid organizations like Legal Services of Northern California or the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles.

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won my case the other partys check bounced and now im trying to find out what to do nect
Hello Traci, in California:
*. You can return to court and file a motion for "judgment debtor examination".
*. You may also consider garnishing their wages or levying their bank account.
Remember, it's advisable to consult a lawyer for guidance.
what do judgment debtor examination mean
A judgment debtor examination in California is a legal procedure where the debtor is questioned under oath about their property and financial status. This can help identify assets that you may be able to seize to satisfy the judgment.
so what your saying is that they would have to pay more then before because of the bounced check
No, the amount they owe doesn't increase because of the bounced check. However, you may recover additional costs related to the bounced check and collection efforts. It's best to discuss this with a lawyer.
and if i dont have a lawyer
If you don't have a lawyer, you may represent yourself in court, or seek help from a legal aid organization. In California, the Legal Services of Northern California and the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles may assist with such issues. You can also look for pro bono legal services.