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Notice of Entry of Judgment (Small Claims)

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2025

This form tells you the final decision, or judgment, made by the small claims court in your case. It explains who owes money to whom and what steps must be taken if you disagree with the decision.

The court describes it as: States the Small Claims judge's decision in your case.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used after a small claims trial to officially record and inform both parties of the court's final decision. It warns that certain actions, like appealing or paying, must happen within 30 days of receiving the notice.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

What does this form tell me?
It states the court's final decision, or judgment, for the small claims case. It details any money owed and any property transfers ordered by the court.
If I am the one who has to pay money, what happens?
If you are ordered to pay, you can pay the money directly, file a request to pay the court, or ask the court to set up a payment plan.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2025.

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