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Terms Used In Michigan Laws 600.8422

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Continuance: Putting off of a hearing ot trial until a later time.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
     If the defendant files a verified answer stating any new matter which constitutes a counterclaim, the court may grant a continuance upon request of either party.