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DC-440

Summons To Answer Interrogatories

Virginia · Supreme Court of Virginia

This form is a summons that commands a person to appear before a court or commissioner to answer questions about their property and assets. It is used in connection with a judgment that has already been issued.

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Where this fits in a case

Discovery

Stage: Discovery

This form is used when a judgment creditor has obtained a judgment and needs to question the assets of the judgment debtor to collect money owed.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Official instructions

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

Common questions

Who fills out the request part of this form?
The form includes a section where the Judgment Creditor or their attorney can request the summons. This section requires the filer to state that they have paid required fees and filed an Abstract of Judgment.
What is the warning on this form?
The form warns the respondent that if they fail to appear or give evasive answers, they may be subject to arrest and imprisonment.
Can the hearing location be changed?
The reverse side explains that a debtor can request a hearing transfer if they show good cause, by filing a written request with the clerk's office.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.

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