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SC-6090V

Post-Judgment: Basic Steps in Collecting on a Judgment for Money

Wisconsin · Wisconsin Court System · Effective November 21, 2019

This guide gives general information about the steps needed after winning a small claims judgment for money. It explains that the person who won the case must take action to collect the money themselves.

The court describes it as: Basic Steps in Collecting on a Judgment for Money. Voluntary form.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This guide is used by someone who has already won a judgment in small claims court and needs information on how to collect the money owed to them.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who should use this form or guide?
This guide is for someone who has already won a judgment in small claims court and needs information on collecting the money. The court cannot collect the money automatically for you.
Does this guide tell me how to get the money?
No, it provides general information about collection steps. It mentions several other forms and procedures that might be needed.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect November 21, 2019.

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