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Judgment Against Property For Nri In North Carolina
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The North Carolina Homestead Exemption (see NCGS §1C-1601(a)(1)) protects up to $35,000 of equity in a home for a single individual or $70,000 of equity for a married couple with a joint creditor. In certain instances, for individuals over the age of 65, this protection may increase to $60,000.
Once a court judgment is entered against you, creditors can access powerful debt collection tools they weren't previously able to use, like wage garnishment. In many cases, this means they can begin collection efforts right away. This could include garnishing your wages, freezing your bank account, or seizing property.
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.
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.
If you do not timely respond or contact the plaintiff's counsel, the plaintiff may move for entry of default and default judgment against you. If that judgment is obtained, the defendant may receive a “Notice of Right to Designate Exemptions,” which begins the process of attempting to collect the judgment against you.
Household exemption typically includes clothing, furnishings, appliances, books, and other household items that are used as part of everyday residential existence.
A judgment will be effective for 10 years after rendered by the court and may be renewed.
A judgment expires after 10 years in NC, but can be renewed one (1) time.
Enforcement of a Foreign Judgment in the U.S. Under U.S. law, an individual seeking to enforce a foreign judgment, decree or order in this country must file suit before a competent court. The court will determine whether to recognize and enforce the foreign judgment.
