Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California
Judgement
How long does a company have to collect on a judgement, for money owed.
Asked on 8/10/08, 4:44 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
JOHN GUERRINI
THE GUERRINI LAW FIRM - COLLECTION LAWYERS
Re: Judgement
In California, judgments are enforceable for a period of 10 years from the date of entry of judgment. The judgment can be renewed before the expiration of the 10 year period. There is no limit on the number of times that a judgment may be renewed.
Answered on 8/10/08, 5:39 pm
Joel Selik
www.SelikLaw.com
Re: Judgement
Court judgments are valid for ten years and California and can be renewed indefinately.
Answered on 8/10/08, 6:53 pm