Judgment for Money Only in Eviction Case – Illinois Court

The “Judgment for Money Only in Eviction Case” form, approved by the Illinois Supreme Court, is mandatory for use in all Illinois Circuit Courts. It serves as a legal document to record a monetary judgment in an eviction case, specifically when the judgment pertains to money owed rather than the possession of property.

This guide will help you accurately complete this form as required by the Illinois Circuit Courts.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Court Information

1. • County: Enter the name of the county where the eviction case was filed.
   • Case Number: Write the case number exactly as it appears on the Eviction Complaint.

Parties Involved

1. • Plaintiff(s)
     • List the full names of the plaintiff(s) (e.g., landlord or property owner).
   • Defendant(s)
     • List the full names of the defendant(s) (e.g., tenants or occupants).
     • If applicable, check the box for “Unknown Occupants” if this was indicated on the Eviction Complaint.

Court Appearance Details

1. • Reason for Court Date
     • Check the appropriate box(es) to indicate the reason the case was in court:
       • Trial
       • Hearing on Motion
       • Status
       • Other: Specify if the reason is not listed.
   • Attendance
     • Check the box(es) for all who attended the court date:
       • Plaintiff
       • Plaintiff’s Lawyer
       • Defendant(s)
       • Defendant’s Lawyer
       • Other: List any other individuals who were present.

Judgment Details

1. • Dismissal of Possession Claim: The form will already indicate if the claim for possession is dismissed with prejudice.
   • Amounts Owed
     • Rent or Assessments: Check the box and enter the amount of rent or assessments owed.
     • Court Costs: Check the box and enter the amount of court costs owed.
     • Lawyers’ Fees: Check the box and enter the amount of lawyers’ fees if allowed.
     • Total Judgment Amount: Check the box and enter the total judgment amount. Specify which defendant(s) are responsible for paying.

Contact Information

1. • Provide the contact details of the person completing the order:
     • Name
     • Address
     • Telephone Number
     • Email Address
     • Attorney Number: If the person completing the form is an attorney, include their attorney number.

Judge’s Entry

1. • Date: Leave this section for the judge to date the judgment.
   • Judge’s Signature: The judge will sign here to validate the judgment.

Important Note

• Defendants should be aware that this judgment may appear on background or credit checks, potentially affecting their ability to rent housing in the future.

By carefully following these instructions, you can ensure the “Judgment for Money Only in Eviction Case” form is filled out correctly and completely, facilitating a smooth legal process.