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State of Colorado - Enrollment of Foreign Judgment

COVER LETTER

Date:

Re:

Dear Sir or Madam:

Enclosed for filing is a Notice of Enrollment of Foreign Judgment and Request For Enrollment of Foreign Judgment pursuant to the Colorado Uniform Enforcement of Foreign Judgment's Act. A filing fee of $ is also enclosed. Please return a filed copy to me.

Please advise if you need anything further at this time.

With kindest regards, I am

Sincerely yours,

Enclosures

AFFIDAVIT IN SUPPORT OF REQUEST FOR ENROLLMENT OF FOREIGN JUDGMENT

  

Court Address:

Plaintiff:

Defendant:

Attorney or Party Without Attorney (Name and Address):

Phone Number: E-mail:

FAX Number: Atty. Reg. #:

Case Number: Division Courtroom

AFFIDAVIT IN SUPPORT OF REQUEST FOR ENROLLMENT OF FOREIGN JUDGMENT

State of

County of

Personally came and appeared before me the undersigned authority, the within named , Affiant, who states upon his oath that he/she is and further states in accordance with the that the Social Security Number of the Judgment Debtor is and the last known address of the Judgment Debtor is:

The complete name and last known address of the Judgment Creditor (Plaintiff) is:

Affiant further states that the Judgment is final, and remains unsatisfied, in or , that the balance of the Judgment which remains unpaid is $ and that there is no contest of the judgment pending.

State of Colorado

County of

The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this by

My commission expires:

REQUEST FOR ENROLLMENT OF FOREIGN JUDGMENT

Pursuant to the Colorado Enforcement of Foreign Judgment's Act you are hereby requested to enroll an entered on the by the Court of County, State of , Cause No. in favor of against in the amount of $ , plus attorneys fees of $ . The judgment has been authenticated according to acts of Congress and in accordance with the Act as indicated by the attached Exhibit "A".

Dated this the

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE

This is to certify that I, have forwarded this date a true and correct copy of the above and foregoing document, by U.S. Mail, postage fully prepaid, to:

Name of Judgment Debtor/Defendant

Address

City, State, Zip

Name of Clerk

Address

City, State, Zip

This the .

NOTICE OF ENROLLMENT OF FOREIGN JUDGMENT

Pursuant to the provisions of the Colorado Enforcement of Foreign Judgment's Act, notice is hereby given that a Judgment entered on the by the Court of County, , Case No. in favor of and against in the amount of $ , plus attorneys fees in the amount of $ which was enrolled in the Court of County, on the .

If this Judgment is not paid, execution of same may be commenced within 30 days of the date of filing.

Dated this the .

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE

This is to certify that I, have forwarded this date a true and correct copy of the above and foregoing document, by U.S. Mail, postage fully prepaid, to:

Name of Judgment Debtor/Defendant

Address

City, State, Zip

Name of Clerk

Address

City, State, Zip

This the .

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What an Enrollment of Foreign Judgment Is and when it’s used

An Enrollment of Foreign Judgment is a court filing used to register and domesticate a money judgment issued by a court in one jurisdiction so it can be enforced in another. The process typically requires a certified copy of the original judgment, an affidavit identifying the parties and amounts, and submission to the clerk where enforcement is sought. After successful enrollment the foreign judgment is treated like a local judgment and may be executed through garnishment, liens, or levy consistent with the enforcing jurisdiction’s remedies.

Why registering a foreign judgment matters for collection

Enrolling a foreign judgment lets creditors use local enforcement mechanisms without re-litigating the merits. It preserves collection rights, converts an out-of-state ruling into a locally enforceable judgment, and centralizes the remedy record in the enforcing court for execution against assets.

Why registering a foreign judgment matters for collection

Who commonly prepares and relies on this filing

Typical users include creditors, law firms, and collections specialists who need to enforce out-of-state money judgments.

  • Creditors and collection agencies seeking to collect on judgments across state lines.
  • Plaintiff law firms obtaining enforcement where debtors have relocated or hold assets.
  • Financial institutions and lienholders needing court-recognized authority to levy or garnish.

Required information typically included on the enrollment

Judgment Creditor: Full legal name
Judgment Debtor: Full legal name
Court of Origination: Issuing court name
Case Number: Original docket number
Judgment Date: Date on the judgment
Certified Copy: Exemplified or certified copy

Step-by-step: assemble, file, and enforce a foreign judgment

Use this sequence to prepare and submit an Enrollment of Foreign Judgment for enforcement in the receiving jurisdiction.

  • 01
    Assemble Documents: Obtain certified judgment copy and affidavit of debt
  • 02
    Prepare Filing: Complete local cover sheet and registration form
  • 03
    File with Clerk: Submit documents to the court clerk and pay fees
  • 04
    Serve and Enforce: Serve the debtor and pursue garnishment or liens

Where to submit the enrollment and what the clerk does next

Filing location and clerk procedures differ by state and county; below are common filing destinations and routine clerk actions after submission.

  • Filing Office: County clerk or district court where the debtor resides
  • Required Papers: Certified judgment, affidavit, and local registration form
  • Clerk Review: Clerk accepts, assigns local case number, and records
  • Local Entry: Local judgment entry created to pursue remedies

Online workflow settings for preparing an enrollment package

Configure a digital workflow to upload certified documents, collect signatures, and route the package to counsel or the clerk for filing.

Field Local Setting | Online Setting
Document Type Certified judgment required | Upload PDF with seal
Affidavit Notarized affidavit preferred | Upload notarized scan
Signers Plaintiff or attorney | Electronic signature allowed
Notifications Clerk and counsel notified | Email confirmations

Digital submission: technical and integration considerations

Electronic preparation and proof-of-signature require secure transport, acceptable file formats, and an auditable signature trail for court filing.

  • File Formats: PDF/A preferred for court filings
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or ID verification per court
  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace supported

eSignature vendor snapshot for Enrollment of Foreign Judgment workflows

Compare base pricing, trial availability, bulk-send support, audit trails, HIPAA compliance, and envelope limits across leading e-sign providers used to assemble and sign enrollment packages.

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Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
Envelope Cap No cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies Varies Varies

Common mistakes that delay registration or enforcement

  • Submitting an uncertified photocopy instead of an exemplified or certified judgment copy leads to clerk rejection and refiling delays.
  • Using a shortened or trade name for the debtor when the original judgment uses a full legal name can create identity mismatches and block enforcement.
  • Failing to attach an affidavit of outstanding balance or a post-judgment interest calculation often prompts clerk or opposing motions to dismiss registration.
  • Neglecting to follow the receiving jurisdiction’s service rules for notice to the debtor can invalidate subsequent collection efforts.

Risks and consequences of incorrect or incomplete enrollment

Unenforceability: Missing procedural steps
Dismissal: Clerk or court rejection
Delay Costs: Additional filing and attorney fees
Sanctions: Possible court sanctions
Service Defect: Faulty notice voids collection
Statute Issues: Limitations may not be tolled

Practical tips to streamline enrollment and reduce errors

Follow consistent steps and document checks to avoid common objections, speed clerk acceptance, and preserve enforcement rights across jurisdictions.

Confirm identity and names
Verify debtor and creditor names against the original judgment and government IDs where possible; exact matches reduce clerk inquiries and identity disputes that can delay registration and enforcement.
Attach certified documents
Always attach an exemplified or certified copy of the issuing court judgment and any docket or cost entries; uncertified copies are frequently rejected and require re-filing with associated fees and time delays.
Document interest and fees
Provide a clear breakout of principal, pre- and post-judgment interest, and taxable costs with dates and calculation methods to prevent disputes over the amount owed during enforcement.
Coordinate service and proof
Serve the registered judgment per local rules and retain proof of service and any clerk receipts; service defects are a common ground for motions to vacate or delay execution.

Illustrative use cases where enrollment is applied

These short examples show how different parties rely on enrollment to convert out-of-state judgments into enforceable local judgments.

Private Creditor

A small-business creditor obtains a certified judgment from another state

  • files an enrollment in the debtor’s home county
  • concludes with garnishment against wages and bank levies after local entry, reducing collection time.

Collection Law Firm

A law firm representing a judgment creditor compiles certified judgment and affidavit

  • uses a standardized enrollment package
  • files and serves the registration, then pursues liens against debtor-owned real property.

How to update or correct an enrollment after filing

Follow these controlled steps to amend an enrollment, correct clerical errors, or supplement supporting documents with minimal disruption.

01

Identify Error:

Confirm the exact field or omission needing correction
02

Prepare Motion:

Draft a corrective motion or stipulation to file with the court
03

Attach Evidence:

Include corrected certified copies or affidavits
04

File with Clerk:

Submit motion and pay any required filing fee
05

Serve Parties:

Serve opposing party and retain proof of service
06

Obtain Order:

Secure court order if formal amendment is required

Frequently asked questions about Enrollment of Foreign Judgment

Answers address typical procedural, evidentiary, and e-sign concerns when registering and enforcing an out-of-state judgment.


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