Local Court of New South Wales

You owe someone money

If you have received a Statement of Claim you can pay the money or apply to pay by instalments. If you don't owe the money you can defend the claim. The information sheet below will provide more detail:

If you receive a Statement of Claim and do nothing, the person issuing the claim can apply to the court for a judgment to be entered against you.

A judgment can affect your credit history and can result in further action being taken against you to recover the money.

 

Further Information

For Legal help or further information see the Legal Aid Website

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