Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland
withdrawing a civil claim
can the plaintiff of any civil case withdrawl the case even if the defendant is bringing motions in the case.?
Asked on 3/21/09, 9:35 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Sher
Wagshal and Sher
Re: withdrawing a civil claim
If the defendant hasn't filed an answer, a plaintiff can dismiss the case on his own. If the answer has already been filed, which I gather from your facts is the case, you need the defendant's agreement or a court order after filing a motion.
Answered on 3/23/09, 11:55 am
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