Can I use money claim online?
How Does A Defendant Respond To A Claim Started Using Money Claim Online? The forms are the same but can be completed online, using the references inserted by the court onto the claim form.
How long do you have to respond to a money claim?
Do not delay
You need to reply to the letter of claim within 30 days. If you do not reply to the creditor's letter, they may start court action.
What is an online civil money claim?
Online Civil Money Claims is a digital service that allows members of the public to issue and respond to claims online for up to £10,000.
How long does a money claim take?
A small claim can take as little as 6 weeks if it is undefended and you pro-actively support the small track procedure. However you can expect it to take up to 6 months if your claim is disputed and a hearing is required.
What happens if a defendant does not respond to a money claim?
If the defendant does not reply to your claim, you can ask the court to enter judgment 'by default' (that is, make an order that the defendant pay you the amount you have claimed because no reply has been received). You should do this as soon as possible after the 14 days have passed.
What happens if you don't respond to a county court claim?
What happens if I don't respond to the County Court? Failure to file an Acknowledgement of Service or Defence within this limited timeframe means the Claimant is entitled to request that the Court enters Judgment in Default against you, which may result in a County Court Judgment (CCJ) registered against you.
How do I contact a claim for money?
Help responding online
- Civil Money Claims. Telephone: 0300 123 7050. Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm. Find out about call charges.
- Money Claim Online. [email protected]. Telephone: 0300 123 1057. Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm. ...
- County Court Money Claims Centre. Telephone: 0300 123 1372. Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm.
How do I respond to a CCJ?
You might have to pay more or get a county court judgment ( CCJ ) if you do not respond in time.
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You can respond by:
- paying the full amount.
- paying only what you think you owe.
- defending the claim (if you do not think you owe any money or you've already paid)