North Carolina Satisfaction of Judgment
Understanding this form
The North Carolina Satisfaction of Judgment is a legal document that confirms that a judgment has been fully paid, including any fees, costs, and interest. This form serves to acknowledge the complete satisfaction of the judgment and instructs that the judgment be marked as settled. It differs from other judgment-related forms by specifically verifying the payment and ensuring the court updates its records accordingly.
Key parts of this document
- Identification of the court and case details, including cause number.
- Names of plaintiff(s) and defendant(s).
- Statement acknowledging full payment of the judgment amount.
- Signature and contact information for the plaintiff or their attorney.
- Acknowledgment sections for notarization, including options for individuals, corporations, and attorneys.
- Certificate of mailing to confirm delivery to the defendant's attorney.
When to use this document
You should use the North Carolina Satisfaction of Judgment when you have satisfied a judgment rendered against you or your organization. This form is necessary when you want to formally document that the judgment, including any associated costs or interests, has been paid in full and to facilitate the submission of this information to the court for updating the case records.
Who this form is for
- Individuals who have resolved their legal judgment with a defendant.
- Attorneys representing clients who have paid off a judgment.
- Corporations looking to document the satisfaction of a court judgment.
- Any party to a judgment who wishes to ensure accurate court records.
How to complete this form
- Identify the court and county where the judgment was issued.
- Fill in the names of all parties involved, including plaintiff(s) and defendant(s).
- Clearly state the judgment amount and the date it was rendered.
- Have the plaintiff or their attorney sign the form, providing their contact details.
- Complete the notarization section as required, ensuring proper acknowledgment.
- Mail a copy of the satisfaction form to the defendant's attorney as indicated.
Is notarization required?
To make this form legally binding, it must be notarized. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you verify and sign documents remotely through an encrypted video session.
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Common mistakes
- Failing to provide all required information, such as case numbers and amounts.
- Not having the form notarized when necessary.
- Omitting to send a notification to the defendant's attorney.
- Not double-checking the spelling of names and addresses.
Benefits of completing this form online
- Immediate access to a legally vetted form tailored for North Carolina.
- Editability to customize the form to your specific case details.
- Convenient downloading from anywhere, reducing the need for in-person office visits.
- Reliable format ensures compliance with legal requirements.
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FAQ
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.
Once you have a satisfaction of judgment, you should update your credit report so that it shows that you have paid the debt. To update your credit report: Get 3 certified copies of the Acknowledgment of Satisfaction of Judgment from the clerk's office (you may have to pay a fee); AND.
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.
