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01. Start with a blank Default Judgment Form
Open the blank document in the editor, set the document view, and add extra pages if applicable.
02. Add and configure fillable fields
Use the top toolbar to insert fields like text and signature boxes, radio buttons, checkboxes, and more. Assign users to fields.
03. Distribute your form
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Step 1: Log in to DocHub to begin creating your Default Judgment Form.

First, log in to your DocHub account. If you don't have one, you can easily register for free.

Step 2: Navigate to the dashboard.

Once you’re in, go to your dashboard. This is your central hub for all document-based operations.

Step 3: Launch new document creation.

In your dashboard, choose New Document in the upper left corner. Opt for Create Blank Document to craft the Default Judgment Form from a blank slate.

Step 4: Add template elements.

Place various items like text boxes, images, signature fields, and other elements to your template and assign these fields to intended individuals as required.

Step 5: Personalize your document.

Personalize your document by incorporating instructions or any other necessary details leveraging the text option.

Step 6: Go over and correct the form.

Attentively review your created Default Judgment Form for any mistakes or required adjustments. Leverage DocHub's editing tools to perfect your document.

Step 7: Send out or download the document.

After completing, save your work. You can choose to save it within DocHub, export it to various storage solutions, or forward it via a link or email.

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Disbursements are out of pocket expenses that the person who losses the case is responsible for, like filing fees. A judgment is good for 20 years, but if the plaintiff wants to enforce the judgment against land it is only good for 10 years unless the plaintiff renews it for another 10 years.
In a Nutshell But you can have this judgment vacated or removed. To do so, you need to have a reasonable excuse for not appearing in court and a defense to the allegations against you. You also have grounds to vacate if the person suing you didnt properly serve the required documents.
How Long Are Judgments Valid in New York? Judgments are valid for 20 years and may be extended once for an additional period of 10 years.
If you do not think the default judgment was appropriately entered against you, you must file a motion with the court asking the judge to set aside (void or nullify) the judgment. If the judge grants your motion, the case starts back up again.
You file a motion by completing the form and filing it with the same court that signed the default entry or default judgment. There is a $20 motion fee for filing a motion to set aside default.
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Related Q&A to Default Judgment Form

A plaintiff can seek before the clerk a default judgment based on the initial non-appearance of the defendant in cases where both: The plaintiff makes the application within one year of the defendants default. The claim is for either: a sum certain; or a sum that can be made certain by computation. (CPLR 3215(a).)
If the Judgment Debtor, the party who lost during the trial, does not pay you voluntarily, you may contact an enforcement officer. The enforcement officer will either be a Sheriff who works for the County or a City Marshal who is independent. For a list of enforcement officers visit the Resources page.

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