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Recovering a debt by IOU: step-by-step guide

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A debt under an IOU/loan can be recovered via claim and court; the due date and evidence matter.

A debt under an IOU/loan can be recovered via claim and court; the due date and evidence matter.

A step-by-step plan — no fluff, with citations.

Action plan: 1. Gather the IOU and proof of transfer. 2. Send a repayment demand. 3. File a lawsuit (or a court-order request). 4. Obtain a writ of execution.

Applicable norms with links to the primary source are below. This is information, not legal advice: for serious matters, consult a lawyer.

Norms & sources
  • ГК РФ ст. 808
  • ГК РФ ст. 810

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