County Court Judgement (CCJ)
- If debtors owe rent or other monies a landlord can apply for a County Court Judgement (CCJ), through the County Court in the location of the debtor. If the debtor tenant fails to pay, then the landlord must apply to the court for a warrant of execution - a bailiff will attend the tenant's residence and seize goods to the value of the debt. The CCJ remains on the register for 6 years if not paid within 30 days. This will make it difficult for the debtor tenant to get a loan or a job.
Published: 5 November 2013 Last Updated: 17 November 2021