Motion to Set Aside Default Judgment
Virginia · Supreme Court of Virginia
This form is used to ask the court to cancel a judgment that was entered by default. The applicant must state the reason for asking to set aside the judgment, such as fraud or a void judgment.
Where this fits in a case
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This form is used when a judgment has already been entered in a civil case, and the person filing it believes the judgment should be canceled for a specific reason.
Either party may file.
Official instructions
How-to guides published by the court for this form.
Common questions
- What is this form for?
- This form is a motion asking the court to cancel a judgment that was entered by default in a civil case.
- What reasons can I give for setting aside the judgment?
- The form lists several possible reasons, such as fraud on the court, a void judgment, or if the defendant was in military service.
- Does this form include a hearing notice?
- Yes, the form includes a section for a Notice of Hearing, which tells the parties when the motion will be heard by the court.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.
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