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Notice of Termination of Garnishment (Form 20R) – Rules of the Small Claims Court Forms – Ontario Court Service

The Notice of Termination of Garnishment (Form 20R) is a legal document used within the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, specifically in the Small Claims Court. This form is utilized by creditors to officially terminate a garnishment order previously issued against a debtor. This notice must be served on both the garnishee and the court clerk to be effective. The form is available in both English and French and can be accessed online for convenience.

Filling out Form 20R is straightforward if you follow these steps carefully:

Court Information

1. • Small Claims Court: Enter the name and location of the Small Claims Court where the case is being handled.
   • Address and Phone Number: Provide the full address and contact number of the court.

Case Information

1. • Claim No.: Write the claim number assigned to your case.
   • Garnishment No.: Enter the garnishment number associated with the garnishment order you are terminating.

Parties Involved

1. • Creditor(s): Fill in the names of the creditor(s) involved in the garnishment.
   • Debtor(s): Write the names of the debtor(s) whose wages or funds are being garnished.

Garnishee Information

1. • TO (Name of Garnishee): Enter the name of the garnishee, the person or entity that was ordered to withhold funds from the debtor.
   • AND TO the clerk of the (Name of court location): Fill in the name of the court location where the clerk is situated.

Termination Details

1. • Notice of Garnishment/Notice of Renewal of Garnishment dated: Specify the date of the original Notice of Garnishment or the Notice of Renewal of Garnishment.
   • Last name of the debtor, or name of company: Provide the last name of the debtor or the name of the debtor company.
   • First Name, Second Name, Also Known As: Include the first and second names of the debtor, as well as any aliases if applicable.
   • Address: Provide the debtor’s full address.

Termination Statement

1. • Date of Termination: Enter the date when the garnishment is being terminated.
   • Signature: The creditor or their representative must sign the form.
   • Name, Address, and Phone Number of Creditor or Representative: Provide the name, address, and contact number of the creditor or their representative.

Submission

1. • The creditor must serve this notice on the garnishee and the court clerk to officially terminate the garnishment order.

Additional Notes

• Language Availability: The form is available in both English and French. Visit www.ontariocourtforms.on.ca for more information and to access the form in different formats.
• Accuracy: Ensure all information provided is accurate and up-to-date to avoid delays in processing the termination of garnishment.

By carefully following these instructions, you can correctly fill out the Notice of Termination of Garnishment (Form 20R) and proceed with the termination process efficiently.