SUMMONS at Law Glossary
What is it? A notice to a defendant that he or she has been sued or charged with a crime and is required to appear in Court. A jury summons requires the person receiving it to report for possible jury duty. A person may also be summonsed as a witness.Legal Definition Added By: Brianna
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