Are there any other remedies available to me for nonpayment of a small claims court judgment?

Yes, there are other remedies available to you if someone fails to pay a small claims court judgment. In California, the most common remedies are: 1. Wage Garnishment: A court can order the person who owes the judgment to have a certain amount of their wages withheld from their paycheck and sent to you. 2. Lien on Real Property: A court can issue a lien on real property owned by the person who owes the judgment. This means that you may be entitled to a portion of the proceeds from the sale of their property. 3. Bank Levy: A court can order a bank or other financial institution to turn over funds from the debtor’s account to you. 4. Seizure of Personal Property: A court can order the seizure of any non-exempt personal property, such as cars, boats, and other valuables, that is owned by the person who owes the judgment. If these options are unsuccessful, you may also be able to seek an order granting you the right to collect a debt from the person who owes the judgment. This option is often used when all other remedies have failed. In California, it is important to remember that the collection of a court judgment can only be done for up to ten years. After ten years, the judgment is no longer enforceable. It is important to act quickly and seek other remedies before the ten-year limit expires.

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