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Execute or enforce a small claims order

The claimant or counterclaimant may execute or enforce an order by the Small Claims Tribunals if the other party does not comply with it.

When to execute or enforce an order

You may apply to execute or enforce an order by the Small Claims Tribunals (SCT) if both of these conditions apply:

You are the claimant or counterclaimant, and the order was made in your favour.

For example, the other party is ordered to pay you money.

The other party does not comply with the order.

For example, the other party did not pay the full sum of money by the due date.

How to execute or enforce an order

Orders by the SCT can be executed or enforced in the same way as a District Court order. This means if one party does not comply with the order, you may start execution or enforcement proceedings against them in the civil courts.

Enforcing an order does not guarantee an outcome. You should weigh the pros and cons before proceeding.

Need help?

The information here is for general guidance as the courts do not provide legal advice. If you need further help, you may want to get independent legal advice.

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