Terms Used In Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure 2456

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.

If the motion and order have been served personally on the judgment debtor, as provided by law or if service is obtained pursuant to Article 1261, and the judgment debtor refuses to appear for the examination or to produce his books, papers, or other documents when ordered to do so, or if he refuses to answer any question held pertinent by the court, the judgment debtor may be punished for contempt.

Amended by Acts 1988, No. 37, §1, eff. June 10, 1988.