How can I find out how much money I still owe on my civil debt?
A debt was ordered against me without my knowledge, how can I appeal this?
I owe a civil debt, but am now bankrupt, do I still have to pay?
I have received a summons for a civil hearing, do I need to attend?
Why was a court bailiff at my property?
You will need to contact the judgment creditor for this, as payment is made directly to them and the Ministry of Justice does not have an up-to-date record of any civil debt.
You need to contact the Court or Tribunal where the original order was made.
You may want to consider seeking legal advice about your options.
You must notify us if you are entering any insolvency procedures in New Zealand. You will need to provide evidence of your insolvency. You can inform the Civil Enforcement team via email civilenforcement@justice.govt.nz with an application to vary, suspend, or cancel your attachment order.
Application to vary, suspend, or cancel an attachment order [PDF, 204 KB](external link)
In most cases, civil debt is an unsecured debt. You should consult your options with the Official Assignee.
Yes, if you have been summoned to a civil hearing, you must attend in person.
Failure to do so could result in a warrant for your arrest.
If you have an outstanding civil debt, the judgment creditor may have applied for civil enforcement action against you.
For additional information related to your case please contact us on 0800 233 222.