What is the process for collecting a judgment from an out-of-state party in small claims court?

In Indiana, collecting a judgment from an out-of-state party in small claims court can be done with the help of the court. It is important to understand that the court cannot help you collect the money, but instead can help you take the necessary legal steps to get the money owed to you. The process begins with serving the out-of-state party with a summons, so they can appear in court to explain why they owe money. The summons must be served in accordance with the requirements of the laws of the state from which the defendant lives. If the out-of-state party does not appear in court, a default judgment can be entered establishing a lien on the defendant’s property. The defendant must then pay the judgment, or otherwise comply with the court’s decision. If the out-of-state party does appear in court, a judgment will still be entered in your favor. It is your responsibility to enforce the judgment, and you must do so within the Indiana statutes. Depending on the state in which the defendant is located, you may need to file an action in that state or register the judgment in that state and hire an attorney. No matter the process, you must have a valid judgment in order to collect the money owed in small claims court.

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