Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Maryland
collecting a judgement from a tenent at small claims
Recently I was a landlord through no choice and my tenent has stiffed me for the rent. We do have a judgement and an eviction scheduled but can I go after thr back rent in small claims court? How do I go about filing?
Asked on 1/18/00, 9:29 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Joseph Laumann
Law Office of Joseph Laumann, PA
Re: collecting a judgement from a tenent at small claims
Yes, you can do so in small claims court. You have to file a complaint in the District Court. The complaint must state the basis for the claim and how much is owed.
An attorney would be able to help you with the filing of the action.
Answered on 1/21/00, 8:23 pm