Today I went to the Small Claims court and I was awarded quite a bit of money. The defendent didn't turn up and did not forewarn the judge that he wasn't coming. I had sent him my prosecution evidence two weeks before the trial so it's not like he couldn't know that this was going ahead.
I asked the judge what happens but he spoke rather fast and I got the impression that questions on process weren't welcome. He did say I could call in the bailiffs today if I wanted. I'm a bit reluctant to do this immediately because the defendant has previously been threatening and knows where I live and where I store property.
However, assuming the court will send a copy of the judgment to him, he could then hide his assets.
So I suppose my question is: should I just call the bailiffs and risk it, or can I sit on this for a while to protect my property and health?
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County Court Judgment. Getting the money.
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Terrortree · 24/02/2014 22:40
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