What happens if I am unable to attend the small claims court hearing?

If you are unable to attend your small claims court hearing in Colorado, you will need to contact the court as soon as possible. You can do this by calling or emailing the court clerk, or by sending a letter. In your letter, you should explain why you are unable to attend the hearing. You may be able to reschedule the hearing if the judge approves your request. If you are unable to contact the court prior to the hearing, the judge may enter a default judgment against you. This means that the judge may rule in favor of the other party without hearing your side of the case. You may be able to ask the judge to vacate (undo) the default judgment if you can prove that you had a valid reason for not attending the hearing. If the court enters a default judgment against you, you may be able to appeal the judgment and have a new hearing. However, this must be done within 21 days of the judgment being issued. During the appeal process, you will have the chance to present your side of the case. Regardless of the situation, it is important to take any small claims court hearing seriously and do your best to attend it. This will ensure that you are able to present your case and have a fair chance at a decision.

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