Rhode Island General Laws 28-5-20. Answer to complaint – Respondent’s rights at hearing
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The respondent shall have the right to file an answer to the complaint, and shall appear at the hearing in person, or otherwise, with or without counsel, to present evidence and to examine and cross-examine witnesses.
History of Section.
P.L. 1949, ch. 2181, § 8; G.L. 1956, § 28-5-20.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 28-5-20
- Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- Person: includes one or more individuals, partnerships, associations, organizations, corporations, legal representatives, trustees, trustees in bankruptcy, or receivers. See Rhode Island General Laws 28-5-6