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At the time and place
fixed for the hearing of plaintiff's motion for a writ of restitution:
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Defendant, or any
person in possession or claiming possession of the property, may answer and
assert any legal or equitable defense or set-off arising out of the tenancy.
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orally or in writing,
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If the answer is oral the
substance thereof shall be endorsed on the complaint by the court.
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The court shall
examine the parties and witnesses orally to ascertain the merits of the
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