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Juicio Monitorio – A Guide On How To Claim Monetary Debts

A Monitorio Court Case or Monitorio Procedure is a quick and agile way to reclaim debts of a monetary nature as all that is needed is a view (read through) by the judge, or to appear before the judge if the debtor opposes the reclamation.

If the debtor does not pay voluntarily, nor appeals the case within the established timeframe, the procedure automatically finalises in a resolution that permits the claimer to proceed with forced execution, during which assets of the debtor can be embargoed up to an amount that equals the debt.

During the last decade it has become the most used civil procedure in the courts.

Procedure

you can access a list of FAQs, published by the Spanish Governmental Justice Department. In Spanish.

The maximum amount that can be claimed through this procedure is 250.000 euros and you do not need to be represented by a lawyer, although it is recommended, especially re cases that deal with larger amounts.

Please note: The information provided is based upon our understanding of current legislation. It is not legal advice but is provided freely to enable you to be properly informed. We recommend that if you are considering taking action, you should seek professional advice.

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