Section 62. The answers shall be in writing, on oath, and signed by the party interrogated, who shall, before making answer, make such inquiry of his agents, servants and attorneys as will enable him to make full and true answers to the interrogatories. Said answers shall state the date on which the same were signed.

Terms Used In Massachusetts General Laws ch. 231 sec. 62

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Interrogatories: Written questions asked by one party of an opposing party, who must answer them in writing under oath; a discovery device in a lawsuit.
  • Oath: A promise to tell the truth.
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