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01. Start with a blank Summons Document
Open the blank document in the editor, set the document view, and add extra pages if applicable.
02. Add and configure fillable fields
Use the top toolbar to insert fields like text and signature boxes, radio buttons, checkboxes, and more. Assign users to fields.
03. Distribute your form
Share your Summons Document in seconds via email or a link. You can also download it, export it, or print it out.

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Step 1: Start with DocHub's free trial.

Go to the DocHub website and sign up for the free trial. This gives you access to every feature you’ll need to create your Summons Document without any upfront cost.

Step 2: Access your dashboard.

Log in to your DocHub account and proceed to the dashboard.

Step 3: Initiate a new document.

Hit New Document in your dashboard, and select Create Blank Document to design your Summons Document from the ground up.

Step 4: Use editing tools.

Add different fields such as text boxes, radio buttons, icons, signatures, etc. Arrange these elements to suit the layout of your document and designate them to recipients if needed.

Step 5: Modify the form layout.

Organize your document effortlessly by adding, repositioning, removing, or merging pages with just a few clicks.

Step 6: Set up the Summons Document template.

Convert your freshly crafted form into a template if you need to send many copies of the same document repeatedly.

Step 7: Save, export, or distribute the form.

Send the form via email, distribute a public link, or even post it online if you want to collect responses from a broader audience.

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Alternative methods of service: If the person attempting to serve court papers is unable to locate or serve the defendant, the court may allow alternative methods of service, such as publication in a newspaper or post on the defendants door.
If you receive a form called a Summons (form SUM-100) it means that someone is suing you in court. In addition to the Summons, youll also receive another document, called a Complaint. The Complaint says why you are being sued.
A summons will formally require you to attend court at a particular time and date. The summons must identify you by name and should contain your address and date of birth (if known).
In some situations where the process server truly failed to serve you the court papers properly, the court cannot pass a judgment against you because it has no personal jurisdiction over you. Thus, they will postpone the case to another court date where the process server will attempt to serve you again.
Possible dismissal of the case: If the plaintiff fails to serve court papers properly and the defendant is not aware of the legal action, the defendant may not respond to the lawsuit. In this case, the court may dismiss the case due to lack of prosecution.
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Failure to receive and respond to legal documents may result in missed court appearances, leading to judgments made in your absence, which may eventually limit the ability to defend your case effectively.
You can motion the court for an alternative form of service. Depending on the judge and the jurisdiction, a judge can give you the OK to have the process server simply leave it at her house or email it to her or fax it.

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