Comparative law notes
declaration that a defendant is in default and that the trial may proceed in his/her absence
declaración de rebeldía
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declaration of default
noun
Definitions of declaration of default
a formal statement from a creditor (=someone owed money) that the debtor (=person owing money) has not done something they are obligated to do, suc as making payment
Courts generally require that the declaration of default be made in terms that are clear and direct.