Question 1

How do I check if I have a CCJ?

Accepted Answer

You can check for CCJs on the Register by searching TrustOnline [www.trustonline.org.uk]. Search using your name and address to see if any judgments are registered against you. Registry Trust maintains the official Register of Judgments, Orders and Fines.

Question 2

How do I satisfy a monetary judgment?

Accepted Answer

To satisfy a judgment: 1. Contact the claimant/pursuer 2. Make the payment 3. Get written confirmation 4. Update the Register 5. Once the judgment (decree for Scottish) has been updated, you can choose to obtain confirmation by conducting a search at TrustOnline [www.trustonline.org.uk]

Question 3

How do I remove a CCJ from the Register?

Accepted Answer

If paid within one month of judgment date, you can remove it from the Register by providing proof of payment to Registry Trust. Once the judgment (decree for Scottish) has been updated, you can choose to obtain confirmation by conducting a search at TrustOnline [www.trustonline.org.uk]

Question 4

I have a CCJ but don't know who it's from - how do I find out?

Accepted Answer

Contact the court where the judgment was issued with your case number and judgment details to request claimant contact information. If you're unable to locate the claimant, contact Registry Trust for guidance at info@registry-trust.org.uk

Question 5

What information appears on the Register?

Accepted Answer

The Register shows: Defendant/Defender details (name and address), Court name and case number, Judgment/decree date, Amount and Satisfaction date (if paid).

Question 6

How long does a judgment stay on the Register?

Accepted Answer

Judgments typically remain on the Register for 6 years unless removed or satisfied. They can be removed if paid within one month.

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