IS THE SC-135 FORM IN CALIFORNIA ALL I NEED TO FILE FOR VACATING A DEFAULT JUDGMENT?

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   Frank Chen

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   Answered January 26, 2013 22:42. Yes, if this is a small claims court judgment (and not a limited jurisdiction superior court judgment).
   
   Keep in mind that you must file this motion no later than 30 days from the date the court clerk mailed you the Notice of Entry of Judgment.

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   Malosack Berjis

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   Answered January 26, 2013 20:18. This form is only for small claims cases.

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   Agavni Hogtanian

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   Answered January 26, 2013 23:52. A motion to set aside a default judgment, with a supporting declaration, will be required in a limited civil action. The form you are referring to is a small claims form.

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