Suing For Money Owed

Summary

In Washington, you can file a lawsuit in small claims court for money owed up to $10,000. If the debtor has no income or assets, recovery can be challenging. You can obtain a judgment, garnish future wages, or place a lien on future property. Debtors generally cannot be jailed for failing to pay a debt, but ignoring court orders can lead to legal consequences.

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Suing for money owed
Hello Skyler, in Washington, you can file a lawsuit in small claims court for money owed up to $*,*. Here are the steps:
- Determine the correct court to file your claim.
- Fill out the necessary forms.
- Serve the defendant.
- Attend the court hearing.
Would you like information on the nearest small claims court?
the person has no income or assets or job how can this be recovered?
In Washington, if the debtor has no income or assets, it may be difficult to recover the money. However, you can:
- Obtain a judgment from the court.
- Garnish wages if they find employment.
- Place a lien on any future property they acquire.
Remember, judgments can typically be enforced for up to 10 years.
Can they face jail time?
In Washington, debtors generally cannot be jailed for failing to pay a debt. However, if they fail to respond to a court order related to the debt, they could potentially face legal consequences.