Judgment For Possession Issue

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A judgment for possession was issued against you, and despite a motion to stay, your 4-year-old daughter was still included in court papers. Colorado laws, such as Rule of Civil Procedure 4(m) and Revised Statutes §13-21-111.5(4), indicate that minors cannot be sued independently and are exempt from liability for negligence. Consulting a local attorney is advisable for specific guidance.

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I had a judgement for possession against me and I fileds motion to stay and it was granted, my 4 year old daughter was included in the court papers and they were told to remove her. When they filed for a new court hearing she was still in the court papers. I signed a stipulation and now i received court papers from the lawyer ask for a judgement for possession against my daughter because she didn't show up to court or file am anwer with the courts
Hi Jeni, it's unfortunate to hear about your situation. Could you please tell me which state you're in? This information is important as laws vary by location.
Colorado
Hi Jeni, there are a few laws in Colorado that may apply to your situation:
- Colorado Rule of Civil Procedure *(m) states that a minor cannot be sued independently.
- Colorado Revised Statutes §*-*-*.*(*) exempts minors from liability for negligence.
I advise you to consult with a local attorney to understand your options better.
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That's a wise decision, Jeni. Please remember, this advice is just a guideline. A local attorney could provide more specific advice according to your situation.