Appeals

If a party involved in a DAS debt payment programme (DPP) does not agree with a decision, by the DAS Administrator ,to approve, reject, vary or revoke that DPP they can appeal to the sheriff at the appropriate sheriff court.  The appeal must be made on a point of law so the individual may wish to take legal advice before proceeding. 

Who can make an appeal?

Appeals can be made by

• a debtor
• a creditor in the DPP
• a creditor who is not in the DPP but who has applied for a variation.

How can an individual appeal?

An individual must register their appeal with the sheriff within 14 days of the DAS Administrator making her decision.  The appeal should be made by summary application.

• Where can I get more information about sheriff courts?

The decision of the sheriff is final.