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Instructions: Abstract of Judgment—Restitution

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2014

This form provides instructions for filling out an Abstract of Judgment—Restitution, which is used to officially record a judgment. It asks for details about the case, the person who is owed money (judgment creditor), and the person who owes the money (judgment debtor).

The court describes it as: Explains the step-by-step process for a crime victim to use in filling out an Abstract of Judgment-Restitution (form JV-791)

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Where this fits in a case

After judgment

Stage: After judgment

This form is used when a crime victim needs to record a judgment to place a lien on the property of the person who owes the money.

Either party may file.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

Who should fill out this form?
The instructions guide the user on filling out the form, and it mentions that the clerk of the court will complete some information on page two.
What is the purpose of filing this form?
Recording this abstract of judgment with the county recorder's office can place a judgment lien on real estate owned by the debtor.
Do I need to file this form with the court?
The instructions state that after filing with the court, you need to take a certified copy to the County Recorder’s Office.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2014.

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