Form 20P Affidavit for Enforcement Request

Who Needs Form 20P: Affidavit for Enforcement Request?

Form 20P is for anyone involved in an Ontario family law case who wants to ask the court to help enforce a court order for support payments or other financial obligations. If you’re owed child support, spousal support, or another payment and the other party hasn’t paid, you’ll use this form to request the court’s help in collecting what’s owed.

Form 20P is typically used when you’re asking for:

• A garnishment order (like seizing wages or bank accounts),
• A writ of seizure and sale,
• Other legal enforcement tools to collect unpaid amounts.

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What Is Form 20P: Affidavit for Enforcement Request?

Form 20P is a sworn legal statement that supports your request for enforcement. It confirms:

• Who you are and your role in the case,
• What court order you’re trying to enforce (like a support order),
• The amount of money that’s unpaid,
• The steps you’re asking the court to take to enforce the order.

This form helps the court understand the details of your situation and the specific enforcement action you’re requesting.

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Where Is This Affidavit Submitted?

Form 20P is filed with the Ontario Family Court. Once filed, it may also be shared with the Family Responsibility Office (FRO) if they’re involved in your case.

The court will use the information in Form 20P to decide whether to issue an enforcement order and what steps should be taken to help you recover the unpaid money.

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Why You Need a Notarized Affidavit for Enforcement

Form 20P is a legal affidavit, which means it must be sworn or affirmed in front of a notary public, commissioner of oaths, or lawyer.

Notarizing the form confirms that:

• The information in your affidavit is true,
• You understand your legal responsibility,
• The court can rely on your statement to make a decision.

Without notarization, the court may reject your request, and the enforcement process could be delayed.

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How to Complete and Notarize Form 20P

Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to filling out Form 20P:

1. Provide your name, address, and role in the case (e.g., support recipient).
2. Enter the case details: court file number, names of all parties.
3. Describe the court order you’re asking to enforce:
   • Include the date of the order,
   • The type of support (child, spousal, or other),
   • The payment amounts and schedule.
4. List the missed payments:
   • The dates, amounts due, and amounts unpaid,
   • The total outstanding balance.
5. Explain the enforcement action you’re requesting: for example, a garnishment order or seizure of property.
6. Attach supporting documents: like a copy of the court order or a record of payments.
7. Swear or affirm the affidavit in front of a notary, lawyer, or commissioner of oaths.
8. File the form with the court and provide copies to the other party and/or the FRO, if applicable.

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Final Note

Form 20P: Affidavit for Enforcement Request is a critical step in collecting unpaid family law support orders in Ontario. It ensures the court has the facts it needs to help you enforce the order and recover the money you’re owed.

By completing the form clearly, swearing it properly, and filing it on time, you’re taking the right steps to protect your rights and ensure fairness in your case.

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