Judgments
Important Notice for Property Owners
A Judgment must be filed electronically by a professional (lawyer, notary public or registry agent). In-person and mail submissions are not accepted.
Registering a judgment against land has legal consequences and specific filing requirements. A professional will help ensure the judgment is eligible for registration and filed correctly.
How Judgments are filed
Judgments are subject to required electronic filing. They must be:
- Prepared and electronically signed by a lawyer or notary public and
- Submitted electronically through the land title system
In-person and mail submissions are not accepted by property owners or by legal professionals.
Exceptions (Rare)
Only in extraordinary circumstances may the Registrar allow a judgment to be filed outside the electronic filing process. These exceptions must be requested and approved in advance. Cost, convenience, or unfamiliarity with the process are not considered extraordinary circumstances.
If an exception is granted:
- All legal and filing requirements still apply
- The applicant is responsible for ensuring the filing is correct
- Land title office employees cannot provide legal advice or assist with completing forms
More information about exception requests is available in the E-Filing Directions, part 7.3.
Why legal assistance is important
Registering a judgment against land involves specific legal and filing requirements. Errors or omissions can result in rejection of the filing or unintended legal consequences.
A lawyer or notary public can:
- Confirm whether a judgment may be registered on land
- Review the court order or claim
- Check the current status of the land title
- Prepare and submit the application correctly
- Submit the judgment electronically in accordance with legal requirements
Because registering a judgment can affect property rights, professional assistance helps ensure the process is handled correctly.