Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California
Judgement
A aw firm sent a letter threatening to take my assets & personal belongings to satisfy a judgement I believe they got from the state of California. This judgement is 10 yrs old. Question, can they take my 1991 Mercury? I have no assets and meager personal belongings. The original lien was about $1200 is now $19,000. Please help!
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Judgement
Thank you for your inquiry.
You may be "judgment proof", meaning that there are no meaningful assets to go after. Although a creditor has the right to take any property you own free and clear, including real estate, automobiles, bank accounts, or obtain a wage garnishment, you can file a claim of exemption as to your primary vehicle, and the removal of any other property that may cause a hardship.
I doubt that they will seek to take the vehicle, but if they do, you should at least consult with an attorney right away, to file the appropriate papers to protect that vehielc.
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