Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Massachusetts

no show in court

I received a judgement against me for non payment of a credit card.

if I don't show for a court hearing in this matter, can they arrest me?


Asked on 10/01/07, 2:30 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
JOHN TATOIAN LAW OFFICE OF JOHN A. TATOIAN ESQ.*Licensed Only in Massachusetts

Re: no show in court

It depends upon the nature and purpose of the "court hearing". If the hearing is a "Supplementary Process" action pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 224, Section 14, and you fail to appear, the judgment creditor may petition the court to issue a "capias", which pursuant to Massachusetts General Statutes Chapter 224, Section 22, empowers a proper officer to physically bring you before the court. If you have any further questions or concerns relative to your specific situation, please feel free to contact my office.

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Answered on 10/06/07, 12:57 pm


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