Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Virginia
If a judgment has been set and now I get a summons for court in July 2011, this judgment was seven years ago can this person still go after me
Asked on 2/17/11, 5:47 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
If you mean can this judgment still be enforced and only seven years have elapsed since its entry, the answer is almost assuredly in the affirmative.
Answered on 2/17/11, 5:56 pm
Paul B. Ward
Law Offices of Paul B. Ward
Yes. The judgment is good for 20 years, and can be renewed as the 20 year period approaches.
Answered on 2/18/11, 7:42 am