Order requiring debtor to appear for examination

[Raven Love]

What is the name of your state? Washington

I have some debt that I have not been able to pay. I recently received an "Order requiring debtor(s) to appear for examination" and a court date. I'm not exactly sure what this is. It just says I need to be in court. What is the process here? How can I prepare for this? What are they looking for?

 

[I AM ALWAYS LIABLE]

What is the name of your state? Washington

I have some debt that I have not been able to pay. I recently received an "Order requiring debtor(s) to appear for examination" and a court date. I'm not exactly sure what this is. It just says I need to be in court. What is the process here? How can I prepare for this? What are they looking for?

My response:

Ever seen a roast pig on a skewer? That will be you in court.

IAAL

 

[Motherto6]

They want you to come and admit to owing the debt and ask why you have not paid. Then tell you that you have to pay or bad things will happen.

 

[dcatz]

At some point, your debt must have been reduced to a judgment. The exam is a proceeding whereby the creditor is able to ask questions about your financial status and anything related to identifying assets against which the judgment can be enforced.

Seeing possible questions would give you a better idea. Here's an example of a questionnaire:
http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f433a.pdf#search='Form 433A'

The exam is usually conducted directly by the creditor, after you've been sworn in. Often, you'll be one of of many parties being examined.

Refusal to answer is a civil contempt. Just cooperate and know the ground rules.

There is nothing to prepare, but don't be hostile and don't carry a lot or money or wear a lot of jewelry. While very seldom employed, the creditor does have a right to a "turn-over" order. It is what the name implies and can be used if tempers flare (and if the creditor knows the right exists).