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Delaware Code Title 25. Property § 5709. Answer

Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

At the time when the petition is to be heard, the defendant or any person in possession or claiming possession of the rental unit may answer orally or in writing.  If the answer is oral, the substance thereof shall be endorsed on the complaint.  The answer may contain any legal or equitable defense or counter-claim, not to exceed the jurisdiction of the court.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Delaware Code Title 25. Property § 5709. Answer - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/de/title-25-property/de-code-sect-25-5709/

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