A) An Abstract of Judgment puts a lien on any real property the defendant may own in a particular county or counties where the. Abstract is recorded.To place a judgment lien, you or your attorney file an abstract of judgment (AJ) in any county where the defendant owns nonexempt property. If you received a notice of default judgment from a Texas court, your only option is to file a motion to set aside the default judgment. This State Bar of Texas manual walks practitioners through the entire process of debt collection. Learn the virtual court procedures, who you need to contact, and more about the Dallas County Courts at Law. Judgment in a Criminal Case, Criminal Judgment Forms. In a few cases we will notice the judgment debtor for a deposition. The court reviews the motion, usually grants the motion without change and enters judgment in the plaintiff's favor.