Is it legal for a debt collector to add interest to the money owed after a judgement has been made in small claims court?

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Is it legal for a debt collector to add interest to the money owed after a judgement has been made in small claims court?

Asked on May 7, 2012 under Bankruptcy Law, Connecticut

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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Generally speaking, interest continues to accrue (be added to ) the amount of the judgement until the judgement is paid in full.  This can be negotiated of course, with the creditor to pay off a sum certain over time and to stop interest from accruing.  Good luck.


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