Sample Letter for Authority to Enter Satisfaction of Judgment
What is this form?
The Sample Letter for Authority to Enter Satisfaction of Judgment is a template used to grant authority for a third party to enter a satisfaction of judgment on behalf of a creditor. This form is particularly important in legal situations where a judgment has been satisfied, but formal documentation is required to reflect this change. Unlike other legal forms, this letter serves as a direct communication tool between parties involved in a judgment, ensuring all parties are aware of the satisfaction status.
What’s included in this form
- Date of the letter.
- Name and address of the recipient.
- Reference to the specific judgment in question.
- Clear statement granting authority to enter satisfaction.
- Contact information for further assistance.
- Signature line for the sender.
When this form is needed
This form should be used when a creditor has received full payment for a judgment, and the Creditor wants to formally document this satisfaction or authorize someone else to do it. It is helpful in cases where the judgment creditor is unable to attend the court to file the satisfaction personally.
Who should use this form
- Creditors who have received payment for a judgment and needing to document its satisfaction.
- Individuals signing on behalf of an organization or entity that holds the judgment.
- Attorneys representing creditors or parties involved in judgment satisfaction.
How to complete this form
- Identify the date on which you are drafting the letter.
- Fill in the name and address of the individual or entity receiving the letter.
- Clearly reference the judgment that has been satisfied.
- State the authority you are granting to the recipient, allowing them to enter satisfaction on your behalf.
- Provide your contact information in case of any questions.
- Sign the letter at the end to validate the authority granted.
Does this document require notarization?
Notarization is generally not required for this form. However, certain states or situations might demand it. You can complete notarization online through US Legal Forms, powered by Notarize, using a verified video call available anytime.
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Common mistakes
- Failing to reference the correct judgment number.
- Not including the recipient's complete details.
- Omitting your signature or contact information.
- Forgetting to adapt the model letter to fit specific circumstances.
Benefits of using this form online
- Easy access to a professionally drafted template.
- Ability to customize the letter to fit your specific situation.
- Immediate download ensures you can start the process without delay.
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The Satisfaction of Judgment form should be signed by the judgment creditor when the judgment is paid, and then filed with the court clerk. Don't forget to do this; otherwise, you may have to track down the other party later.
You will need one original, notarized copy for the judgment debtor. If you recorded an abstract of judgment to place a lien against the debtor's real property, you will need an original, notarized copy of your Acknowledgment of Satisfaction of Judgment (EJ-100) for each county where you placed a lien.
You may ask your judgment creditor to file a satisfaction of judgment form. The length of time gives to the creditor to file the form varies from state to state, but it is usually between 14 and 30 days after your request.
A document signed by the party who is owed money under a court judgment (called the judgment creditor) stating that the full amount due on the judgment has been paid.
A Satisfaction of Mortgage is a document signed by a mortgagee acknowledging that a mortgage has been fully paid by the mortgagor and that the mortgage is no longer a lien on the property.
If the judgment creditor does not immediately file an Acknowledgement of Satisfaction of Judgment (EJ-100) when the judgment is satisfied, the judgment debtor may make a formal written demand for the creditor to do so. The judgment creditor has 15 days after receiving the debtor's request to serve the acknowledgement.
Satisfaction and release is the formal paperwork stating that a consumer has paid the full amount owed under a court judgment. A satisfaction and release proves that they have paid their debt and prevents creditors from trying to recover more money from them.
