§ 1.1407   Response and reply.

   (a) Respondent shall have 30 days from the date the complaint was filed
   within which to file a response. Complainant shall have 20 days from the
   date the response was filed within which to file a reply. Extensions of time
   to file are not contemplated unless justification is shown pursuant to
   § 1.46. Except as otherwise provided in § 1.1403, no other filings and no
   motions  other  than  for  extension of time will be considered unless
   authorized by the Commission. The response should set forth justification
   for the rate, term, or condition alleged in the complaint not to be just and
   reasonable. Factual allegations shall be supported by affidavit of a person
   or persons with actual knowledge of the facts and exhibits shall be verified
   by the person who prepares them. The response, reply, and other pleadings
   may be signed by counsel.

   (b) The response shall be served on the complainant and all parties listed
   in complainant's certificate of service.

   (c) The reply shall be served on the respondent and all parties listed in
   respondent's certificate of service.

   (d) Failure to respond may be deemed an admission of the material factual
   allegations contained in the complaint.

   [ 44 FR 31650 , June 1, 1979]

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