# The Family Proceedings Rules (Northern Ireland) 1996, Rule 3.31: Answer by respondent

Extent: N.I.

(1) A respondent who has entered an appearance may, within 14 days thereafter enter an answer to the petition.
(2) The respondent shall within 4 days of filing an answer deliver a copy of it to the petitioner and to the Crown Solicitor and any other party to the proceedings.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/nisr/1996/322/rule/3.31 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/family-proceedings-rules-northern-ireland-1996/rule-3.31
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