Certificate of Judgment (Form 20A) – Rules of the Small Claims Court Forms – Ontario Court Services

The Certificate of Judgment (Form 20A) is a standardized legal document issued by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, specifically designed for Small Claims Court cases. This form serves as an official record that a judgment has been made in a particular case, detailing the parties involved, the court where the judgment was rendered, and the specific amounts awarded, including the debt, pre-judgment interest, and costs. It also includes provisions for post-judgment interest. The form is bilingual, offering instructions in both English and French, and provides fields for the court’s seal, the claim number, the names and addresses of the debtor(s), and the signature of the court clerk. The form ensures that all relevant information is documented for filing and enforcement purposes.

Filling out Form 20A requires accuracy and attention to detail to ensure the legal record is correct. Follow these step-by-step instructions to complete the form:

Header Information

• Court Name and Address: Enter the name and address of the Small Claims Court where the judgment was rendered.
• Phone Number: Provide the phone number of the court.

Claim Information

• Claim No.: Enter the claim number associated with the judgment.

Parties Involved

• Creditor(s): List the full names of all creditors (those who are owed money).
• Debtor(s): List the full names of all debtors (those who owe money).

Judgment Details

• Date of Judgment: Fill in the date when the judgment was made (Day, Month, Year).
• Name of Court: Specify the name of the court where the judgment was rendered.
• Debtor Information: For each debtor, provide:
  • Last name or company name
  • First name
  • Second name (if applicable)
  • Third name (if applicable)
  • Address

If there are additional debtors, use the attached Form 1A.1 to list their names and addresses.

Judgment Amounts

• Amount of Judgment: Enter the total amount of the judgment, including debt and pre-judgment interest.
• Costs to Date of Judgment: List any costs awarded up to the date of the judgment.
• Post-Judgment Interest Rate: Specify the interest rate per annum that will continue to accrue after the judgment.

Clerk’s Certification

• Date: Indicate the date the certificate is being issued (Day, Month, Year).
• Signature of Clerk: The court clerk will sign this section to certify the document.

Filing Information

• Court for Filing: Provide the name of the court where the judgment is to be filed.
• Requesting Party Information:
  • Name of the party requesting the certificate
  • Address of the party requesting the certificate

This form is available in both English and French. For accessible formats and additional information, visit the Ontario Court Forms website at www.ontariocourtforms.on.ca.

Ensure all fields are accurately completed to avoid any delays or issues with the certification of the judgment. If you have any questions or need further assistance, contact the Small Claims Court where the judgment was rendered.