County Court bailiffs warrant - quick question

[Deleted User]

Hello

I have an outstanding debt with United Utilities which they have taken to county court and this morning I got a bright red letter from the local county court with a warrant number on it saying bailiffs will come within next 24 hours and seize my goods.

I do want to get this cleared, but first things first - the bailiffs have never entered my property before, and i have never signed or spoken to them over anything - can they force their way in?? The lady I just spoke to on the national debt line said absolutely not and the terminology the bailiffs letter uses is misleading so you automatically think the heavies are on their way round with a white van to clean your house out against your will.

Could any one please advise that this is the case, and although I do appreciate that this isn't a great situation to be in, they definitely cannot break in (unless through an open door/window)?

Thanks in advance for any advice...

Booobah

WelshPaul

Court Bailiffs are ok, they almost always never remove goods unless you refuse point blank to pay or make a payment plan!

They cannot enter your property unless you have let them in before, make sure your doors and windows are locked and no cars ect are parked outside your home that belong to you!

Call the court and explain, they will tell you what you need to do, just make sure you stick to the agreed repayment plan.

[Deleted User]

Thanks for your reply Paul. Does that mean I should make a payment plan with them before they come? I'm reassured they cant break in now at least

WelshPaul

booobah wrote: »

Thanks for your reply Paul. Does that mean I should make a payment plan with them before they come? I'm reassured they cant break in now at least

Yes contact the court ASAP, do not let the bailiff in.

Once you agreed a plan or payed the debt the warrant will be removed.

Most court appointed bailiffs are fairly good at helping you work the situation out but don't count on that.

Better to be safe than sorry.

[Deleted User]

Thanks very much for your advice, I will do.