Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Maryland

Civil court judgement

What is the statue of limitations on a open judgement in regard to a debt incurred by a traffic accident which happen 13 years ago.


Asked on 6/07/03, 4:39 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
G. Joseph Holthaus III Law Offices of G. Joseph Holthaus

Re: Civil court judgement

The judgment itself is void for collection after 12 years. You may be able to renew the judgment.

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Answered on 6/09/03, 8:30 pm
Michael Worsham Michael C. Worsham, Esq.

Re: Civil court judgement

In MD a judgment is good for 12 years, and can be renewed upon request of the judgment creditor.

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Answered on 6/07/03, 7:50 pm


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