In terms of the debt collection laws in NC, the debtor then has a 30-day period in which it may appeal the judgment. Thereafter, the creditor may submit a Writ of Execution to the clerk of superior court in the county in which the judgment was granted, and once issued, submit the writ to the sheriff.
A judgment in North Carolina is good for ten (10) years and can be “renewed” one time for an additional 10-year period. The word “renew” is in quotes because it actually requires the filing a new lawsuit based on the debt owed from the original judgment.
The Notice of Entry of Judgment (SC-130) is a court form that states the judge's decision. This form also tells you about your rights and lists the date the form was mailed to you. This date is very important. You have only 30 days from this date to file a motion to vacate the judgment or appeal the judge's decision.
NORTH CAROLINA A judgment is a lien on real property for ten years from the entry date. N.C. Gen. Stat.
NORTH CAROLINA A judgment is a lien on real property for ten years from the entry date. N.C. Gen. Stat.
You start a lawsuit by filing a complaint. In some circumstances, you file a petition or a motion. The court has several complaint forms that you may use in drafting your complaint. The forms are available online and at the Pro Se Intake Unit.
After the judge signs an Order or Judgment, it is entered on the court docket and served on required parties. The Order or Judgment begins a timeline for filing appeals or filing motions to change the ruling.
The judgment becomes a matter of public record, and is indexed with the clerk of the court. It shows up on your credit report as well as on any background checks. The judgment is considered a lien against your property, including any real estate that you have, in the state in which the judgment is filed.
Timeline of How to File a Lawsuit Step 1: File a Complaint. Plaintiff files a complaint and summons with the local county court. Step 2: Answer Complaint. Step 3: Discovery. Step 4: Failing to Respond to Discovery. Step 5: Conclusion of Lawsuit.
You need to answer three fundamental -- and fairly obvious -- questions as part of deciding whether it's worthwhile to bring a lawsuit to court: Do I have a good case? Am I comfortable with the idea of a compromise settlement or going to mediation? Assuming a lawsuit is my best or only option, can I collect if I win?