Bergen County Court Forms
Complete directory of New Jersey court forms for Bergen County Justice Center. Download forms or let PettyLawsuit complete them automatically.
Most Common Forms by Case Type
DC-1
Up to $5,000
DC-2
$5,001 - $20,000
DC-11 to DC-14
Collection forms
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Form DC-1: Small Claims Complaint
Primary filing form for cases up to $5,000
- • Lists plaintiff and defendant information
- • States claim amount and reason for lawsuit
- • Must be filed with $35-54 fee based on amount
Form DC-86: Proof of Service
Documents that defendant was properly notified
- • Filed after serving defendant
- • Shows method and date of service
- • Required before hearing can be scheduled
Form DC-91: Request for Default Judgment
Used when defendant doesn't respond
- • File if defendant doesn't answer within 35 days
- • Can win case without trial
- • $50 additional filing fee
Form DC-2: Special Civil Part Complaint
Initial filing for cases $5,001-$20,000
- • More detailed than DC-1 form
- • May require specific legal language
- • Filed with $105-200 fee based on amount
Form DC-48: Summons
Official notice to defendant to appear
- • Must be served with complaint
- • Sets response deadline
- • Court clerk prepares after filing
Discovery Forms
For exchanging evidence and information
- • Interrogatories (written questions)
- • Document production requests
- • More complex than small claims
Form DC-11: Information Subpoena
Discover defendant's assets and employment
- • Forces disclosure of finances
- • $25 filing fee
- • First step in collection
Form DC-12: Wage Execution
Garnish defendant's wages
- • Takes money from paycheck
- • $50 application fee
- • Up to 10% of gross wages
Form DC-13: Bank Levy
Freeze and seize bank accounts
- • Freezes defendant's accounts
- • $40 filing fee
- • Need bank information first
Form DC-14: Property Execution
Seize and sell property
- • For valuable personal property
- • Sheriff conducts sale
- • Higher fees apply
Motion Forms
- • Motion to Vacate Default
- • Motion for Discovery
- • Motion to Dismiss
- • $50 filing fee per motion
Fee Waiver Forms
- • Form 5A: Application for Fee Waiver
- • For low-income litigants
- • Requires proof of income
- • Judge reviews application
Appeal Forms
- • Notice of Appeal
- • Appeal Brief Cover Sheet
- • $250 filing fee
- • Strict deadlines apply
Settlement Forms
- • Stipulation of Settlement
- • Consent Judgment
- • Dismissal with Prejudice
- • No filing fee if settling
In Person
Bergen County Justice Center
10 Main Street
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Room 119
Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Online Download
NJ Courts Website
njcourts.gov
Forms & Publications section
PDF format
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- Use legal names (no nicknames)
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- Be specific about dates and amounts
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Frequently asked questions
What forms do I need for small claims court in Bergen County NJ?
For Bergen County small claims court (cases up to $5,000), you need Form DC-1 (Small Claims Complaint). You'll also need Form DC-86 for proof of service after filing. If the defendant doesn't respond, you'll need Form DC-91 for default judgment. PettyLawsuit automatically generates all required forms for you.
Where can I get Bergen County court forms?
Bergen County court forms are available: 1) In person at Bergen County Justice Center, 10 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ, 2) Online from the New Jersey Courts website (njcourts.gov), 3) Through PettyLawsuit which automatically completes all forms for you for just $29 plus court fees.
What's the difference between DC-1 and DC-2 forms?
Form DC-1 is for Small Claims Court (up to $5,000) with simplified procedures and no discovery. Form DC-2 is for Special Civil Part ($5,001-$20,000) with more complex procedures and possible discovery. DC-1 is easier to complete and results in faster case resolution (30-45 days vs 3-6 months).
Do I need different forms for post-judgment collection in Bergen County?
Yes, after winning your case in Bergen County, you may need: Form DC-11 for Information Subpoena (discover assets), Form DC-12 for Wage Execution (garnishment), Form DC-13 for Bank Levy, and Form DC-14 for Property Execution. These forms help collect your judgment if the defendant doesn't pay voluntarily.
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