Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in New Jersey

NJ motor vehicle judgment

I have a judgment against me for an accident I had over 30 years ago.Is there a statute of limitations on this judgment. If not will the state of New Jersey settle for less money to satisfy this claim?


Asked on 1/09/01, 9:53 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Stuart G. Brecher Law Offices of Stuart G. Brecher, LLC

Re: NJ motor vehicle judgment

Generally, state court judgments remain of record for 20 years. But, they can be "refiled" for additional 20 year increments. It's always possible to propose a settlement of a judgment. Apparently, not much of an effort has been made by the state to enforce the judgment.

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Answered on 1/12/01, 10:49 am


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