17B:33-6. Judgment by default Whenever the service of process is effected by a method authorized by this chapter, the time within which the defendant shall be allowed to serve answer shall be the same as is otherwise provided in the case of service by mail or publication in civil actions generally, and no default or judgment based thereon shall be entered until after the expiration of such time. L.1971, c. 144, s. 17B:33-6.
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