Notice of Defence / Notice of Intention to Defend (Civil Claims)
Form number: Form 8A (VIC); UCPR Form 6 (QLD); varies by state
The mandatory first response a defendant must file when served with a civil claim in a Magistrates or Local Court, formally notifying the court and plaintiff that the defendant contests the claim.
Official source
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Related forms
- Affidavit (General / Sworn Statement)Form 59 (Federal Court); Form 40 (NSW UCPR); Form 2 (WA Magistrates); GFL affidavit (FCFCOA general federal law); FL affidavit (FCFCOA family law)
- Default Judgment Application — Notice of Motion (Liquidated Claim)UCPR Form 38
- Warrant to Seize Property — Enforcement of Judgment Debt (VIC)Form 68A
- Application for Judicial Review — Originating Application (ADJR Act / s39B Judiciary Act)Form 66
- Jury Service Deferral or Exemption
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