Answers to Exercise

It is impossible to answer these exercises here because there is no way to know exactly what jurisdiction the student is in or which rules (local, state, federal, civil, criminal, etc.) the student chose to research. However, we will provide some fairly typical responses below. For more exact answers, please communicate with your instructor as the the exact sets of rules you are using and the answers you have found.

1. This is usually found very early in the rules (often Rule 3).
2. You should research in the index under "admissions," "discovery," and/or "respond." The answer is usually 30 days.
3. The request is deemed admitted.
4. This is usually 20 days, but it can vary, so research in the index under "time," "response" or "answer," and "complaint."
5. The answer is usually yes. Research in the index under "discovery," "deposition," and "video" or "recording."
6. This is most often found in Rule 56, but that will vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. The answer is usually that supporting affidavits are allowed, but not required. Research under "motion," "summary judgment" or "judgment," and "affidavits."
7. Look under "pleadings," "counterclaim," and "damages." The answer is typically yes.
8. The answer is typically yes, and is found in rules dealing with Service of Process. However, the time limits vary from something as specific as within 10 days to "within a reasonable period." What did you find?
9. The answer, found using "discovery," "reply" or "respond," and "failure," is usually that the party can be found in contempt.
10. The answer is usually that there are no limits. (Often found in Rule 8c if your jurisdiction uses unified rules.) Search under "defenses" or "affirmative defenses," and "limit."

Again, the above are general and your answers may vary.