Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Indiana

Statute of limitations in Indiana

My family and I moved away from Indiana in Sept of 2001. Approx 1.5 yrs ago I received a letter from the school system there stating that my son had book fees that were owed. When I contacted the school system they were unable to verify the debt and I have heard nothing else from them. I considered the matter closed until this week when I received a summons to appear in court for this alleged debt. I live in the state of Georgia and believe if nothing else that the statute of limitations has passed on this. Would it be effective for me to send a letter to the school corporation and the attorney representing them or will I have to make the trip to Indiana to appear in court for this matter?


Asked on 2/20/08, 8:01 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Samuel Hasler Samuel Hasler

Re: Statute of limitations in Indiana

Sending a letter to the school system means nothing now. You have been sued. You can let them enter a default judgment and see if they can collect it. It will also then go on your credit report. If it is small claims, you will need to come to the court and argue that the statute of limitations applies.

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Answered on 2/21/08, 6:12 am


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