Question

    In the context of Section 3 of the law, when is a civil proceeding considered pending?

    A When the court issues a notice to the defendant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B When the defendant files a written statement Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C When the court schedules the first hearing Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D When the proceeding is instituted by the filing of a plaint Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 3. Innocent publication and distribution of matter not contempt: Explanation—For the purposes of this section, a judicial proceeding— (a) is said to be pending— (A) in the case of a civil proceeding, when it is instituted by the filing of a plaint or otherwise.

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