237 Pa. Code r. 1344 - Motions and Answers

A. Generally. All motions and answers shall be made orally on the record or in writing. An answer to a motion is not required unless ordered by the court or otherwise provided in these rules. Failure to answer shall not constitute an admission of the well-pleaded facts alleged in the motion.

B. Filings by attorneys. If a party is represented by an attorney, the attorney shall make or file all motions and answers.

C. Requirements for motions. All motions shall comply with the following requirements:

1) The person making a written motion shall sign the motion. The signature shall constitute a certification that the motion is made in good faith. An oral motion shall be made on the record and the oral motion shall constitute a certification that the motion is made in good faith.

2) The motion shall state with particularity the grounds for the motion, the facts that support each ground, and the types of relief or order requested.

3) If the motion sets forth facts that do not already appear of record in the case, a verification shall be included or an oral statement shall be given that the facts set forth in the motion are true and correct to the movant's personal knowledge, information, or belief.

4) If the motion is written, a certificate of service as required by Rule 1345(C) shall be included.

D. Requirements for answers. All answers, including those that are required either by court order or otherwise required by these rules, shall comply with the following requirements:

1) The person making the answer shall sign the answer or shall reply to the motion on the record. The signature or oral answer on the record shall constitute a certification that the answer is being made in good faith.

2) The answer shall meet the allegations of the motion and shall specify the type of relief, order, or other action sought.

3) If the answer sets forth facts that do not already appear of record in the case, a verification shall be included or an oral answer shall include a statement that the facts set forth in the answer are true and correct to the respondent's personal knowledge, information, or belief.

4) If the answer is written, a certificate of service as required by Rule 1345(C) shall be included.

E. Alternative relief. Any motion may request such alternative relief as may be appropriate.

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237 Pa. Code r. 1344