Interrogatories are part of which stage of litigation?

• A. Discovery
• B. Trial
• C. Appeal
• D. Enforcement

Answer: (A)

Interrogatories are a discovery tool: written questions served on the opposing party to obtain factual information under oath. They are used during the discovery stage of civil litigation, which happens after pleadings and before the trial. The answers help you learn the facts, identify witnesses and documents, and plan depositions, all of which helps narrow the issues for trial. They aren’t used at trial, on appeal, or in enforcement matters, which involve presenting evidence, reviewing judgments, or collecting on a decision. Answers must be provided under oath within a set timeframe, and there are limits on how many questions can be asked.