DMBM665350 - CCP: Preparation and service of the claim: Filing the claim with the court locally
Final checks
Before you commence proceedings, for cases entered locally
- arrange for a cheque to be drawn through ERP/LOFA as appropriate
- have the statement of truth signed by a debt manager
- prepare an imminent proceedings list (DMBM615200)
- complete an RP check (DMBM615040).
Accounting for fees
After completing the final checks
- prepare form 17 in duplicate to show the fees incurred
- pass the top copy to the appropriate debt manager
- record the case in Book 28 if you have not already done so
- note the appropriate computer record with the Book 28 consecutive number
- take the action shown at DMBM668640
- B/F the papers for one week for receipt of the 'Notice of issue' (form N205A) from the court.
Filing the claim with the court
Depending on which method is more convenient, an officer may deliver the following documents to the court by hand, or by post to the court manager enclosing an addressed envelope.
- form(s) N1
- particulars of claim (where these have been prepared separately)
- the cheque for the court fee
B/F the papers for one week for receipt of the 'Notice of issue' (form N205A) from the court.
Date of issue
The date of issue of the claim is the date the claim is received and stamped by the court.
Serving a claim
After the claim has been issued the claim form and particulars must be served on the defendant. A claim form must be served within 4 months from the date of issue.
