Do I have to answer interrogatories in a divorce?
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Do I have to answer interrogatories in a divorce?
There are several kinds of written discovery that you and your spouse can use to get all the information you need. You will likely be required to answer the questions and produce all the documents asked for as long as it is reasonable, and a lot is considered reasonable during a divorce.
What happens if Discovery is not answered?
If answer is not made in that time, the party who issued discovery can request the court to enter sanctions against the non-answering party. Sanctions: Official penalty/punishment. Sanctions can include any “just” penalty including dismissing the case, striking pleadings and ordering payment of attorney fees.
What comes after discovery in a lawsuit?
After discovery has concluded, if the case does not settle and is not resolved by a motion for summary disposition or judgment, the case will go to trial. Trial requires extensive preparation on the part of attorneys. In a jury trial, the jury is the fact-finder; in a bench trial, the judge decides the facts.
How long does it take to get a motion of discovery?
The parties have 20 to 30 days to answer and produce the documents. The judge can set a time limit on discovery, generally giving the parties 3 to 6 months to complete the process. Sometimes there are discovery disputes that must be resolved by the court.
