NOTE: with effect from 14 August 2023, the County Court Money Claims Centre (CCMCC) and the County Court Business Centre (CCBC) are renamed as the Civil National Business Centre (CNBC)—see: LNB News 14/08/2023 12—CCMCC issues name and performance update.

This Practice Note sets out how to apply for a Charging order pursuant to CPR 73 and CPR PD 73.

It sets out how to make an application, in terms of:

1. •

   which form to use and how to complete it, and

2. •

   where to send your completed application form

This Practice Note provides guidance on the interpretation and application of the relevant provisions of the CPR. Depending on the court in which your matter is proceeding, you may also need to be mindful of additional provisions—see further: Court specific guidance below.

This Practice Note is of relevance whether you are making an application for a charging order via the Civil National Business Centre (CNBC) or in a non-CNBC case.

Note that there are special provisions in respect of charging orders over partnership assets