What if a party doesn't appear at the hearing?If the defendant fails to appear for trial, the plaintiff will be granted judgment for the amount of the claim proven in court, plus costs�provided the plaintiff can show proof of service. If the plaintiff fails to appear, the claim is dismissed; however, generally the court will permit the plaintiff to start over, if good cause for the non-appearance is shown. |
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