Can I modify or vacate a small claims court judgment?

Yes, you can modify or vacate a small claims court judgment in California. In California, the process is called "relief from judgment." If a party to a small claims court judgment believes the court made a mistake or there is a reason to change the judgment, they may petition the court for relief from the judgment. To petition the court for relief, the party must fill out the form labeled "Request for Relief from Judgment or Order," or a similar form approved by the court, and submit it to the court. The petition should include details of the case, the grounds for relief, and the desired outcome. Once the petition has been submitted, the court will review it and either deny or grant the request. If the request is granted, the court may modify, change, vacate, or set aside the judgment. The court may also schedule a hearing to further evaluate the petition. If the court denies the request, the petitioning party may then appeal the decision. However, the petitioning party should be aware that if they appeal, they may be responsible for the other party’s costs if the other party is successful in the appeal. Therefore, any party to a small claims court judgment in California can petition the court to modify or vacate a judgment, but they should also be aware of the possible consequences of doing so.

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