Q: Can a disposed and closed case mean for default judgment registered in another county and reopened without the court
A default judgment was entered against me because my wife at the time was collecting welfare without me knowing . I found out when the IRS took my taxes . This was after I left her and took the kids with me. While going to court and them taking over 300 from my checks i got a letter for paternity from dcss called them, mailed faxed and hand-delivered the proof that I had custody.They ignored me and registered the order in a different county.
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It is unclear from your statement what exactly has happened. However, if a default judgment was entered against you, it means that you did not respond to the legal action against you in a timely manner or did not appear in court. Once a default judgment is entered, it becomes legally binding and enforceable.
If the case was closed and disposed of, it is unlikely that it could be reopened without the court's involvement. If the case was registered in a different county, it is possible that the judgment could be enforced in that county, but the specific details of the case would need to be reviewed by an attorney.
It is recommended that you seek legal advice from an attorney who can review your case and provide guidance on your options moving forward.
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