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NC BLET Civil Process questions with correct ANSWERs What does the term process refer to?
ANSWER: To writs or summonses, especially to appear or
respond in court filed or issued by the civil courts to help them in carrying out their functions assigned by law
Can a citizen serve a summons to another citizen in person?
ANSWER: No
What is Criminal Action?
ANSWER: -An action prosecuted by the State as a party, against
a person charged with a public offense, for the punishment thereof, OR
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ANSWER: -An action prosecuted by the State, at the instance of
an individual to prevent an apprehended crime against his person or property.
How does the law define Civil Action?
ANSWER: Simply as every action other than criminal action.
What are the Primary Functions of the Civil Process?
ANSWER: 1. Giving Notice
ANSWER: 2. Preserving the Status Quo
ANSWER: 3. Providing Remedies for parties
ANSWER: 4. Enforcing decisions of the courts
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What is Status Quo?
ANSWER: the existing state of affairs (Preserving the Status
Quo)
What is 50B in the General Statutes?
ANSWER: Domestic Violence
What is 50C in the General Statutes?
ANSWER: Civil No Contact orders
What are the fees to file a civil action in each court, and who pays them?
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ANSWER: Small Claims: $96.00
ANSWER: District Court: $150.00
ANSWER: Superior Court: $200.00
ANSWER: The Plaintiff pays the fee
Which civil actions do not require the plaintiff to pay a filing fee?
ANSWER: 50B Domestic Violence
ANSWER: 50C Civil No Contact Orders
What is another name for a lawsuit?
