What is normal procedure when receiving a court summons?

Answer by  KWags1977 (427)

Your need to show up to court to provide testimony on a case during the day the summons has listed.

Answer by  barefootinformation (62)

Couple of things; Do nothing, or file a Pro Se Notice of Appearance, Pro Se Answer to Complaint, it all sounds hard but it is not, go to your local courthouse law library!

Answer by  kriso46 (35)

That depends on what kind of case it is. Usually, you need to sign the summons and complaint, and return your answer or plea to the court. This may differ depending on the area of the proceedings. Bankruptcy, divorce, civil court, etc. all have different laws. You can call the local court to find out the next step to take.

Answer by  patti (29325)

A summons is an order to appear. The normal procedure is to go to court and answer whatever it is the court is asking, whether it be as a plaintiff or witness.

Answer by  patti (29325)

When you receive a summons to appear, go to court on the date indicated. There's really no "normal procedure" or other things that need to be done. The court summons people with good reason, so it is best not to question that.

Answer by  aracnophobic (116)

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Answer by  jennifercrowe84 (202)

Most of the time the police come out to your house and serve you papers. Or it is mailed to you. Or it is tacked to your front door to make sure that you get the court date.

Answer by  vkcopper (358)

Formal documents served by sheriff or other showing you that a lawsuit has been filed against you. You may contact an attorney to file an answer. It will show the date, time and place to respond to the lawsuit. If you do not respond, a default will be taken against you for relief as demanded in the complaint.