Legal Question in Family Law in Missouri
What will happen if an answer to a petition for divorce is filed one day late? My answer to my husbands petition will be one day late and I want to make sure that it doesn't delay or nullify the petition.
Asked on 4/06/12, 2:41 am
2 Answer from Attorneys
Anthony Smith
LawSmith
Many judges freely give defendants an ex tension of time to answer, if you request it before time expires. Technically a late answer means the case can be decided by default on the petition.
Answered on 4/06/12, 5:44 am