VA CIV Motions/Effects and Timing

Question 1

DEMURRER

Answer 1

The court should SUSTAIN OR OVERRULE

Question 2

PLEA IN BAR

Answer 2

The court should SUSTAIN OR OVERRULE

Question 3

MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT

Answer 3

The court should GRANT or DENY

Question 4

NONSUIT

Answer 4

DENY/GRANT

Question 5

Amended Pleading

Answer 5

Must be filed within 21 days after leave is granted to file amended pleading

Question 5

Responsive Pleadings: ANSWER

Answer 5

Must be filed within 21 days after service of process upon the defendant

Question 6

Responsive Pleading: ANSWER

Different timing if D has filed a demurrer, motion to dismiss, motion for bill of particulars, or plea

Answer 6

If D has filed a demurrer, motion to dismiss, motion for bill of particulars, or plea, the D must file an answer within* 21 days* after the entry of the court order overruling the defendant’s responsive pleading unless court sets different deadline