Civil Answer (General Denial) Bilingual

This form is used by a defendant to formally respond to a lawsuit filed against them in civil court. By filing this, the defendant states a general denial and asks the court for certain relief.

Common questions

Is there a deadline to file this answer?

Yes, if you were officially notified of the lawsuit, you have a limited time to file a response. You have 20 days plus the following Monday by 10 am.

Do I have to pay a fee to file this answer?

No, the form states that there is no charge to file a response.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.

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