Northern Territory Consolidated Regulations Northern Territory Consolidated Regulations8.07. Late appearance
(1) A defendant may file an appearance at any time, but after judgment an appearance shall not be filed without the leave of the Court.
(2) Where a defendant files an appearance after the time for appearance stated in the writ or originating motion, the time he has within which to serve a defence or for any other purpose, unless the Court otherwise orders, shall be calculated from the last day for appearance according to the writ or originating motion.