Procedures
The Code of Civil Procedure with a documentary route for debts
Civil cases begin in the district or regional courts under the Code of Civil Procedure. A documentary process and court orders provide fast routes for well-evidenced or undisputed money claims.
Key rules
- A documentary procedure allows swift judgment on strong written evidence.
- Court orders handle undisputed monetary claims.
- Cassation lies to the Supreme Court on points of law.
Governing law
- Code of Civil Procedure (Civilinio proceso kodeksas)
In practice
The documentary and court-order procedures are widely used by creditors to obtain enforceable judgments without a full hearing.