Set Aside Petition Format In Maryland
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A Motion to Vacate is a written request, filed with the Clerk's office, asking the court to undo the order of default and allow you to defend the case. In the motion, you must show the judge a good reason to allow your request and vacate the default. You must tell the judge why you did not file your response in time.
(a) For Lack of Jurisdiction. An action against any defendant who has not been served or over whom the court has not otherwise acquired jurisdiction is subject to dismissal as to that defendant at the expiration of one year from the last issuance of original process directed to that defendant.
Maryland Rule 3-645(g) When Answer Filed: If the garnishee files a timely answer, the matters set forth in the answer shall be treated as established for the purpose of the garnishment proceeding unless the judgment creditor files a reply contesting the answer within 30 days after its service.
CONTINUANCE OR POSTPONEMENT. (a) Generally. On motion of any party or on its own initiative, the court may continue or postpone a trial or other proceeding as justice may require.
Rule 3-506(a). In other words, once you file a defense, you can force the plaintiff either to dismiss with prejudice or to go to trial. Sometimes, it will be in your interests to agree to a without prejudice dismissal – for example, if you persuade the plaintiff to dismiss the case because of financial hardship.
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You can file a motion to revise or vacate (cancel) the judgment in writing within 30 days after the date of the judgment. This motion is usually filed to correct clerical errors, or to vacate a judgment if you believe that you were not served with the court papers or were not notified of the court date.
When the property under levy is perishable, the sheriff may sell the property with less notice or with no notice, if necessary to prevent spoilage and loss of value. (c) Conduct of Sale. The sale shall be public and shall be held at the time and place given in the notice.
