Users' questions

Can a process server leave papers at your door in Oklahoma?

Can a process server leave papers at your door in Oklahoma?

Most of the time if a person getting served is not there, the Oklahoma process server can simply leave the papers with someone else (i.e., family member, roommate, friend, colleague, etc.) Of course, some documents and especially some states, such as Texas and California, require personal service.

How long does a motion take to be answered by a judge?

Also, if There’s no exact time limit on how fast a judge must do his work. In the states and federal courts I am familiar with, the lawyer files a motion and sets it for hearing about six weeks later, more or less, depending on the court’s docket.

Can a judge write an order on a motion?

The judge might write an order on the motion herself. Or she might direct one of the parties to prepare the order for her signature. An “order” is the written decision or judgment that grants or denies the motion. It is signed by the judge then filed with the court.

What happens when you file a motion in court?

The only thing that happens when you file a motion is that it sits in the Clerk’s file until it is called up for hearing. That’s may be the problem you are experiencing… The process is to contact the judge’s assistant (JA) and get a hearing date.

What should I do if a judge ignores my motion?

When you file any motion in court, you must set it for hearing in order for the judge to consider it. If the hearing does not go your way, you MAY then have a basis for an appeal or a motion for reconsideration. You may want to consult with an attorney to thoroughly discuss why this judge is “ignoring” your motions…

Who is the assigned judge for Oklahoma County district court?

The assigned judge’s office sets all pre-judgment motions. Motions for hearings on assets, contempt citations and claims for exemptions are set and heard by the Chief Special Judge. Driver’s License Appeals Driver’s license appeals are set and heard by the Chief Special Judge.

Also, if There’s no exact time limit on how fast a judge must do his work. In the states and federal courts I am familiar with, the lawyer files a motion and sets it for hearing about six weeks later, more or less, depending on the court’s docket.

Can a judge just ignore and refuse to answer every motion?

Many judges have uniform motion calendars and you can set motions on them without getting a specific date from the JA. Some motion calendars require online setting, some do not. You need to check the particular judge’s procedures and go from there. You need to set your motion (s) for hearing to get it before the Court.

The only thing that happens when you file a motion is that it sits in the Clerk’s file until it is called up for hearing. That’s may be the problem you are experiencing… The process is to contact the judge’s assistant (JA) and get a hearing date.