763. The object of the application, the grounds on which it is based and the conclusions sought are stated in the motion. It must be supported by an affidavit attesting the truth of any alleged facts not otherwise proved in the record.
Except to the extent provided in this Title or in other provisions of this Code applicable to applications introduced by motion, applications follow the general rules applicable to applications made by declaration, including the rules relating to service or notification and to the designation of the parties and property as well as those relating to proof.
1965 (1st sess.), c. 80, a. 763; 1992, c. 57, s. 367; 1994, c. 28, s. 29; 1996, c. 5, s. 48.