In a civil case, if the defendant does not pay a civil judgment, he or she cannot usually be put in jail.

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Generally, failure to pay a civil judgment would result in other consequences such as wage garnishment, property liens, or seizure of assets, but not imprisonment. However, in some cases, such as failure to comply with court orders related to child support, contempt of court may result in jail time.

In a Civil Case, If the Defendant Does Not Pay