Rule 10-31. Opposition; Date for Hearing Motion To Dismiss

(a) Any adverse party shall have thirty days from the filing of the motion to dismiss to respond to the motion to dismiss by filing and serving in accordance with Sections 10-12 through 10-17 a memorandum of law in opposition and, where appropriate, supporting affidavits as to facts not apparent on the record.

(b) Except in summary process matters, the motion shall be placed on the short calendar to be held not less than forty-five days following the filing of the motion, unless the judicial authority otherwise orders. If an evidentiary hearing is required, any party shall file a request for such hearing with the court.

Committee Notes

(Amended June 14, 2013, to take effect Jan. 1, 2014.) (P.B. 1978-1997, Sec. 143.) (Amended June 14, 2013, to