Code of Organization and Civil Procedure (Cap. 12), article 146

146. (1) The written pleadings in appeal shall be deemed to be closed by the answer to the application, or, in default, on the expiration of the time allowed for such answer. (2) Where, according to the provisions of article 144(2), a reply is allowed, the written pleadings shall be deemed to be closed by the reply, or, in default, on the expiration of the time allowed for such reply. (3) The default of any party in filing an answer or reply within the prescribed time limits shall not preclude such party from appearing before, or making submissions to, the court during the hearing of the appeal. Power of court to order additional pleadings. Amended by: IX.1886.18; XXXII.2021.4.