Release of Judgment Lien - Abstract of Judgment
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How long does a judgment lien last in California? A judgment lien in California will remain attached to the debtor's property (even if the property changes hands) for ten years.
The defendant should ask for a letter confirming that the entire amount of the judgment has been paid. He or she may do so by sending a demand letter to the plaintiff. The release and satisfaction form is filed with the court clerk and entered into the case record.
In order to vacate a judgment in California, You must file a motion with the court asking the judge to vacate or set aside the judgment. Among other things, you must tell the judge why you did not respond to the lawsuit (this can be done by written declaration).
Contact the creditor that filed the lien. Make payment arrangements if you cannot pay in full. Pay the lien amount in full or as agreed. Request a satisfaction of lien. File the satisfaction of lien if mailed to you. Consult a bankruptcy attorney.
The debtor must get a discharge or release of the abstract of judgment to remove the lien from the home. Contact the judgment creditor shown on the abstract. Arrange to pay the debt in full or negotiate payments. Ask the creditor for a discharge if paying in full.
