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Someone filed a harassment charges charge privately with my towns police. Then she said it to the whole school which spreader through out the whole town. The report was dismissed with no charges filed.
Hello **** Kane, I understand your situation. Could you please provide me with your location to give you the most accurate information?
Pompton plains nj *
Hello ****,
Based on your location, it seems that you may have a defamation case. The elements of defamation in New Jersey are:
- False statement
- Communicated to a third party
- Fault amounting at least to negligence
- Damages, or harm to reputation
I would suggest contacting a local attorney for further advice.
When I file a motion in North Carolina what happened
After filing a motion in North Carolina:
*. The clerk stamps the date on the motion.
*. It's delivered to the opposing party.
*. A hearing date may be set.
*. The judge reviews and decides on the motion.
Can I know the nature of the motion you're filing?
Does the opposite party get a 10 day notice
In North Carolina, the opposing party must generally receive at least 10 days' notice before a hearing on a motion. However, this can vary based on the specifics of the motion and the court's rules.
How long do they have to respond
In North Carolina, the opposing party typically has 30 days to respond after they receive the motion. However, this can vary depending on the court and specific motion.
How does that make sense if they first get a 10 day notice before hearing
The *-day notice is a minimum time frame for the opposing party to prepare for the hearing. The *-day response time refers to how long they have to officially respond to the motion. These periods can overlap.
What are the ten days for then
The *-day period in North Carolina is for the opposing party to become aware of the motion and begin preparing their response. It ensures they have sufficient notice before a hearing takes place.
Do they don’t get the hearing date in the 10 day
The hearing date is generally included in the *-day notice given to the opposing party in North Carolina. This allows them to prepare for the hearing. However, actual procedures can vary depending on the specifics of the case and court rules.
How long does it take for the other party to respond
In North Carolina, the opposing party typically has 30 days to respond to the motion after receiving it. However, this can vary depending on the specifics of the case and court rules.
Can they be serve before the ten days
In North Carolina, the opposing party can be served with the motion before the ten-day period. However, the hearing cannot occur until at least ten days after the service. This allows time for the party to prepare their response.