Can I withdraw my small claims court case after it has been filed?

Yes, in Rhode Island it is possible to withdraw a small claims court case after it has been filed. The process to do so is relatively simple and can be done without having to appear in court. The first step is to file a notice of withdrawal form with the court. There are some circumstances where a judge may require an appearance in court to explain why the case is being withdrawn. Once the withdrawal form is filed, the case is closed and the hearing will no longer take place. It is important to note that the courtroom fees and costs associated with filing the case are not refundable. Additionally, if the other party has already incurred costs for preparing for the hearing, they may still be owed money even though the case has been withdrawn. When withdrawing a case, it is important to remember that the judge who selected to hear the case may rule that the withdrawal is improper. Therefore, it is important to make sure that the court is notified as soon as possible if the case is withdrawn. Additionally, the other party may file a motion to force the case to move forward. If the motion is approved, then the case may proceed even if the plaintiff had wanted to withdraw.

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