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    Leostar806 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 1, 2008, 03:55 PM
    Can I submit a written response to a summons requesting more time?
    I received a summons regarding a delinquency on a credit card and the courts only gave me 20 calendar days to provide a written response. Can I submit a written response requesting more time and if so, what would be the best way to put it in writing?
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    Dec 1, 2008, 04:19 PM

    Why would you need more time? Just respond that you Intent to Defend and request a hearing date.
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    Dec 1, 2008, 07:30 PM
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    Leostar806 disagrees: The reason I need more time is that I don't have the means to settle and I fear my wages will be garnished, liens will be placed, etc. I own property that I currently have on the market and I need more time to sell it & satisfy this debt.[/QUOTE]



    I would suggest that you read the rules for posting and responding. Scott was not legally incorrect. Submit the answer that you intend to defend, ask for proof - that will buy you time. The time to respond is set by Statute and I see no grounds to waive it, nor will the Court.

    Have you communicated with the creditor, explained your situation, or is it too late for that?
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    Dec 1, 2008, 08:06 PM

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    Leostar806 disagrees: The reason I need more time is that I don't have the means to settle and I fear my wages will be garnished, liens will be placed, etc. I own property that I currently have on the market and I need more time to sell it & satisfy this debt.

    First, may I call your attention to the guidelines for using the comments feature found here:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/feedba...ure-24951.html

    Your question was unclear. It appeared you were looking for more time to prepare a response. That was the question I answer and it was a correct answer.

    You can try to delay the hearing date to give you more time to work out a settlement.
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