Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Texas
Answer to Citation/Petition
I have received a citation/petiton from a creditor who wants to sue me for nonpayment. I would like to submit an answer in writing to the court that I have received the petition. What do I need to do?
Asked on 1/03/07, 4:49 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Peter Bradie
Bradie, Bradie & Bradie
Re: Answer to Citation/Petition
The citation tells you when you must have a written answer on file with the court. Send a courtesy copy to the attorney for the creditor.
A typical answer is a general denial of the claim. Add whether you are entitled to any offsets or credits that have not been shown in the petition.
Answered on 1/03/07, 5:00 pm
Donald McLeaish
McLeaish&Associates;, P.C.
Re: Answer to Citation/Petition
just write an answer...deny claim..but if you don't owe it..you may have to swear to denial..before notary...but before you get in a ditch..see a lawyer and save money...
Answered on 1/03/07, 5:04 pm