Letter requesting judgment in default (accelerated possession procedure)

Compatible region(s): England

This document creates a covering letter to the court for a landlord issuing an application for judgment in default, which is used to obtain a possession order against a tenant who has failed to file a defence at court in time. To use this document, you will need to have issued a claim at court for possession of the property using 'Form N5B - Claim form for possession of property' and completed the application form for judgment in default which is provided by the court. Please note that this document can only be used in England and Wales.

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Letter requesting judgment in default (accelerated possession procedure) (Guidance Notes)

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