How can I enforce a small claims court judgment out-of-state?

Enforcing a small claims court judgment in Hawaii out-of-state can be a challenging process. The first step is to file a motion for enforcement with the court in the jurisdiction where the judgment debtor resides. This motion can be filed with the small claims court in the judgment debtor’s state or with a court that has jurisdiction over the matter. The motion should include a certified copy of the small claims court judgment and a statement that explains why enforcement is necessary. Once the motion is filed, the judgment debtor has an opportunity to respond. If they fail to do so, the court may then issue an order granting the motion. The order will direct the judgment debtor to obey the terms of the judgment. If the judgment debtor fails to do so, the court may issue a warrant to seize their property. The property can then be sold at a sheriff’s sale and the proceeds will be used to pay off the amount awarded by the small claims court judgment. Alternatively, the court may authorize the garnishment of the judgment debtor’s wages, which allows money to be withheld from the debtor’s paycheck and applied to the judgment. The garnishment must be served on the debtor’s employer, who is then required to make deductions from the debtor’s wages until the judgment is paid in full. Enforcing a small claims court judgment out-of-state requires thoughtful diligence, but it is possible. By following the steps outlined above, it is possible to recover the amount awarded by the court judgment regardless of the debtor’s location.

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