interrogatory

Definition

A formal question or set of questions submitted to opposing party to answer, generally governed by court rule.

Etymology

From Late Latin; equivalent to interrogate + -ory (“pertaining to”), or more distantly inter- + rogatory.

Example Sentences

• "Sidney interposed with an interrogatory concerning the legality of the evidence"
• "Kimberling, on the advice of his lawyer Frank Kameny, refused to answer several questions put to him on the 16-question interrogatory. After strong objections, the questions in question were withdrawn."
• "If those attempts are unsuccessful, the attorney requesting the interrogatories may file a motion for sanctions with the court. The sanctions range from attorney fees to prohibiting the nonanswering party from presenting or defending claims."