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A '''summons''' is an instrument used to commence a civil action or special proceeding. It is the means of acquiring legal jurisdiction over a party in a [[lawsuit]]. | A '''summons''' is an instrument used to commence a civil action or special proceeding. It is the means of acquiring legal jurisdiction over a party in a [[lawsuit]]. | ||
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Latest revision as of 20:41, June 23, 2016
A summons is an instrument used to commence a civil action or special proceeding. It is the means of acquiring legal jurisdiction over a party in a lawsuit.