Wyoming Foreign Judgment Enrollment
Definition and meaning
A foreign judgment is a legal decision made by a court outside the state where it is being enforced. In this context, the Wyoming Foreign Judgment Enrollment process allows a judgment creditor to enforce a foreign judgment in Wyoming. Enrolling the judgment creates a lien against the debtor's property, enabling the creditor to collect on the owed amount more effectively.
Step-by-step instructions for completing the form
To properly enroll a foreign judgment in Wyoming, follow these essential steps:
- Ensure that the judgment is a final judgment.
- Confirm that the judgment is certified according to applicable laws, meaning it must be triple-sealed.
- Complete the necessary forms:
- Affidavit in Support of Request to Enroll Foreign Judgment
- Request for Enrollment with Judgment as Exhibit A
- Notice of Enrollment
- Submit the forms along with a cover letter and appropriate filing fee to the clerk of court.
- Mail a copy of the Notice of Enrollment to the judgment debtor.
- Wait for a period of five days after filing before executing on the property.
Key components of the form
The Wyoming Foreign Judgment Enrollment form includes several critical components that must be accurately completed:
- Cover Letter: A formal letter addressed to the court, including all relevant case information.
- Affidavit in Support: A sworn statement affirming the judgment creditor's details and the judgment's validity.
- Request for Enrollment: A formal request to the court for enrollment of the foreign judgment.
- Notice of Enrollment: A notification to the courts and parties that the judgment has been enrolled and can now be enforced.
State-specific requirements
When enrolling a foreign judgment in Wyoming, you must adhere to specific requirements established by the Uniform Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act. These include:
- The judgment must be certified by a recognized authority.
- Submission must occur in only one court within Wyoming.
- The creditor must provide specific information about the judgment debtor, including their last known address and Social Security number, if applicable.
Fulfilling these requirements ensures that the enrollment process is valid and recognized by the Wyoming court system.
