An ex-parte order is from a Judge is my understanding. If you bring a valid claim to a court without summoning the other party the judge may award an ex-parte order in your favour...
Scott has done it twice successfully if I'm not mistaken... I'd imagine the other party has to be in default of their responsibility to return the note or value thereof before seeking an ex-parte order...
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