Summons & Return of Service is a legal document that was released by the Kansas District Courts - a government authority operating within Kansas.
Q: What is a summons?
A: A summons is a legal document issued by a court that informs a person that they are being sued and must respond to the lawsuit.
Q: What is a return of service?
A: A return of service is a document that is filed with the court to show that the summons was properly delivered to the person being sued.
Q: How is a summons served in Kansas?
A: In Kansas, a summons can be served by a sheriff, a process server, or by certified mail with a return receipt requested.
Q: What happens if a person does not respond to a summons in Kansas?
A: If a person does not respond to a summons in Kansas, a default judgment may be entered against them, which means that the plaintiff automatically wins the case.
Q: Can a summons be contested in Kansas?
A: Yes, a summons can be contested in Kansas by filing a written response with the court within a certain timeframe after being served.
Form Details:
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