Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

An Order of Default comes into play when the defendant hasn't answered the Complaint in the specified time. A non-military affidavit must be filed to say that while the lawsuit is going on the defendant hasn't been actively serving in the military. If the request is granted the court will basically tell the defendant that the other side will win unless the defendant responds within 30 days to explain why he/she didn't answer and why it wouldn't be fair to give the plaintiff what they seek.

If you are in family law litigation without an attorney you may want to take advantage of the free pro se family law resources available at the circuit court.