We went to court on a Wed. the judge asked us if we had our discovery requests ready. Neither of us did., they were to be filed by the upcoming Monday. I filed mine on time. He filed his 3 weeks later----and copied my documents without changing anything!!! Since it was filed late do I have to honor it?
Yes, you will still need to use the discovery documents that your husband submitted, even if late. However, because they were late, depending on when the next court date is, you may be able to ask for a continuance if you’ve not had a chance to review everything in time.
Also, if your husband copied the responses/information that you provided, then you would be able to discredit him during a hearing during your cross examination of him.
You can also file another discovery request asking for specific documentation if he did not provide it and you need those specific documents. Or, if you’ve already asked for a specific document and he did not provide it, then you could file a motion to compel which could allow the judge to order that he produce the document by a certain date.
Anna Ayscue
Attorney with Rosen Law Firm Cary • Chapel Hill • Durham • Raleigh • Wake Forest
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I need a supplemental discovery form
There are no standardized/pre-printed forms for discovery.
Anna Ayscue
Attorney with Rosen Law Firm Cary • Chapel Hill • Durham • Raleigh • Wake Forest
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