Section 10. A person summoned as trustee shall file his answer within twenty days after service of the trustee summons upon him, unless the court otherwise directs. The answer shall disclose plainly, fully and particularly what goods, effects or credits, if any, of the defendant were in the hands or possession of the trustee when he was served with process.

Terms Used In Massachusetts General Laws ch. 246 sec. 10

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.
  • Trustee: A person or institution holding and administering property in trust.
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