Forms may not be filed on a different size or color paper. Steps for Filing an Answer.You must fill out an Answer, serve the plaintiff, and file your Answer form with the court. Generally, this is due within 30 days after you were served. In order to file a complaint with DCR, you must first submit an intake form. Form A1 Verified Complaint: Fill in all of the blank spaces, except for the docket number, and sign the verified complaint on page 2. In the complaint there is a section "the parties", "statement of facts", "Count one", "Count two", and "Count Three". Under each section there are number lines. Complaint, you, or your attorney, must file a written Answer to the Verified Complaint and proof of service within thirtyfive. Defendant's Answer to the Complaint. Download.