DMBM677420 | Summary Proceedings (Sc): Taking a Small Claim action

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At each stage of the proceedings you must

• ensure that the debt remains unpaid and that

• the action taken is recorded on all the appropriate records.

To start to pursue an action you need to

• prepare a summons (form1) and a service document for the defender (form 1b) (DMBM677430)

• send the form 1/1b to the court for registration (DMBM675420)

• arrange for the service document to be delivered to the defender (DMBM677530)

• return the summons (form 1) and/or the certificate of execution of service to the court

• lodge (court) form 11 with the court

• attend the court if necessary (DMBM677260)

• obtain an extract decree (DMBM675960)

Where the action is successful

• instruct the sheriff officer as to how to enforce the decree that you have obtained for your debt (DMBM677930).