Legal Question in Family Law in California

I received a ruling of submitted matter in the mail and it states for me "to file a formal judgement for the judge to execute it". Is the ruling in effect in the meantime or not until the judge signs it?


Asked on 2/20/17, 7:47 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

It is "in effect" but not really of any meaningful effect. A signed written judgment is required before you can do anything more in the case, such as enforcing the judgment.

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Answered on 2/21/17, 8:30 am


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