Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in New York

Rights at a deposition

I have recently been summoned to appear at a deposition concerning a judgement that was brought against me some years ago. The purpose of the deposition is for my creditor to ascertain what assetts I have. I am aware that I am obligated to answer truthfully all questions relevent to the judgement. What I am confused about is whether I am allowed to object to questions at all? If I am, in what ways? For example, if a question seems not to be relevent, can I object on this basis? And who decides whether such an objection is sustained or overruled? Any advice would be appreciated. PS -- I cannot afford an attorney to represent me at the deposition.


Asked on 3/09/01, 6:34 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Philip Schnabel Schnabel Law Office

Re: Rights at a deposition

You must answer all questions pertaining to your assets. If you refuse to answer a question that is about same you will be subject to a Motion To Punish you for contempt, which will be answerable before the Court which issued the judgment. The Court will then determine whether or not the question you refused to answer should have been answered, and whether or not your refusal constituted contempt.

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Answered on 5/18/01, 12:08 pm


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