This is a legal form that was released by the Wisconsin Circuit Court - a government authority operating within Wisconsin. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is Form SC-516?
A: Form SC-516 is the Summons for Consumer Replevin (31003) form used in Small Claims cases in Wisconsin.
Q: What is Consumer Replevin?
A: Consumer Replevin is a legal action that allows an individual to recover personal property that is wrongfully withheld by someone else.
Q: What is Small Claims?
A: Small Claims court is a special court where individuals can resolve disputes involving small amounts of money.
Q: Who can use Form SC-516?
A: Form SC-516 is specifically designed for individuals who want to file a Consumer Replevin case in Small Claims court in Wisconsin.
Q: What information is required in Form SC-516?
A: Form SC-516 requires you to provide information about yourself, the defendant, and the property you are seeking to recover.
Q: How should I file Form SC-516?
A: You should file Form SC-516 with the clerk of the Small Claims court in the county where the defendant resides or where the property is located.
Q: Are there any fees associated with filing Form SC-516?
A: Yes, there may be filing fees and service fees associated with filing Form SC-516. You should contact the Small Claims court clerk to inquire about the fees.
Q: What happens after I file Form SC-516?
A: After you file Form SC-516, the court will issue the summons, which will be served to the defendant. The defendant will then have a certain amount of time to respond.
Q: What should I do if the defendant responds to the summons?
A: If the defendant responds to the summons, the court will schedule a hearing where both parties will have an opportunity to present their case.
Q: What should I do if the defendant does not respond to the summons?
A: If the defendant does not respond to the summons, you may be able to obtain a default judgment against them, depending on the rules of the Small Claims court in your county.
Form Details:
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