Need clarification from the judge.

[wavehopper27]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Massachusetts

I just received a judgement in the mail from a recent civil contempt case but there is something in the judgement I need to ask the judge about. What's the proper procedure for asking the judge my question? Can I just call the courthouse or should I file a motion for clarification?

 

[LdiJ]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Massachusetts

I just received a judgement in the mail from a recent civil contempt case but there is something in the judgement I need to ask the judge about. What's the proper procedure for asking the judge my question? Can I just call the courthouse or should I file a motion for clarification?

You are probably going to need to either file a motion for clarification or actually show the paperwork to someone who might be able to read it and explain whatever it is to you. You cannot just call the courthouse and speak to the judge.

 

[wavehopper27]

You are probably going to need to either file a motion for clarification or actually show the paperwork to someone who might be able to read it and explain whatever it is to you. You cannot just call the courthouse and speak to the judge.

I know I can't just speak to the judge but I was hoping perhaps I could present my question to the clerk and he could present it to the judge for me.

 

[Zigner]

I know I can't just speak to the judge but I was hoping perhaps I could present my question to the clerk and he could present it to the judge for me.

What did the clerk say when you asked about this?

 

[wavehopper27]

I didn't ask. I only just got the judgement in the mail and it will be at least Tuesday before I can contact anyone at the court.