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ATJ 1701.5

Citation to Discover Assets (To Debtor)

Illinois · Illinois Supreme Court · Effective January 1, 2026

This form is a court notice that tells a person who owes money (the debtor) that they must appear in court to share information about their money and property. It outlines what the debtor must explain to the judge and what documents they need to bring to the hearing.

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Where this fits in a case

Hearing

Stage: Hearing

This form is used in a civil case after a judgment has been made, when the person who won the case (the creditor) needs to find out what assets the person who owes money has.

Either party may file.

Official instructions

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

Common questions

Who needs to fill out this form?
The form is addressed to the debtor, who is the person who owes the money. The creditor will likely be the one filing it with the court.
What happens if I do not attend the court date listed?
The notice warns that if the debtor does not attend the court date, the judge might issue an order requiring them to explain why they should not be held in contempt.
What is the purpose of the hearing?
At the hearing, the debtor will be asked about their property and income and will be sworn to tell the truth.

Revision history

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

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