Sample Format for Application (for condonation of delay) for written statement

 IN THE COURT OF ____________

Civil Suit No. _______ / ________

Application under Section 151 CPC for accepting written statement beyond time

Respectfully Submitted:

1. The defendant was served summons on ____.

2. Due to _______ (explain sufficient cause), the written statement could not be filed within the prescribed time.

3. The delay is neither intentional nor deliberate; no prejudice will be caused to the plaintiff.

4. In the interest of justice, the Hon’ble Court may kindly exercise discretion to allow the filing of the written statement.

PRAYER:

It is respectfully prayed that this Hon’ble Court may be pleased to:

(a) Condone the delay in filing the written statement.

(b) Accept the written statement on record.

(c) Pass such other order(s) as deemed fit.

Defendant (Through Counsel)

Date: