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    Apr 27, 2010, 06:51 AM
    Small Claims Judgements
    I live in Iowa, was sued in small claims court. I lost my case.
    I don't understand how I lost when the person suing me didn't even show up in court. Is there a way to have the case dismissed?
    If there is not a way to have the case and judgment dismissed,
    What can I do if I can not afford to pay the judgment.
    The only income I have is, Child Support and Alimony.
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    Apr 27, 2010, 06:57 AM

    Did you show up in court ?

    So you don't pay if you can't, they will or may try to freeze your bank accounts and can wait years for you to get a job at some point to garnish your wages
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