Summons

Question: summons???????????????????????????????… i got a summons for possestion of marijuana..do u think the judge will make me take a drug test when i go to pay my summons

Answer: Yes

Question: Summons??? Hey thanks for reading anyway I got a double parking summons (completely stupid if you ask me f*in idiots anyways...) I was driving my dads truck and double parked in the back in a corner a good 50-60ft from the nearest car, and they summoned me, but all I have to do is pay 29.00 bucks but can I pay and then not go to court, will it go on my record or his also do you think my dad will be mad? and will it raise insurance? LOL Jon I didnt know I simply double parked for the same reason everybody else does its not the best neighborhood and I didnt want anybody near it and I have never heard of anyone in this area EVER getting a double parking ticket, but I have heard that the officer who gave me this ticket is a hard a** anyway my dad wasnt mad and even said it was a silly ticket

Answer: It will go on his record, not yours, it won't raise your insurance or his since it's not a moving violation of any kind. It's basically a nothing ticket..............it wouldn't really even show on his record since they can't attach it to anyone's driving record since they wouldn't be able to prove who drove the truck. It's a simple ticket and 29 bucks is cheap compared to some places.

Question: What is the difference between a summons and a ticket? I got 2 summons: one for overdue inspection and the other for a suspended registration that I had no idea about. The cop said that I just had to bring proof that I got my car switched over into my name instead of my deceased mothers name and I would be okay. He didn't really say anything about the inspection, which I now have done. My boyfriend told me that a summons is more of a warning and you appear in court to explain yourself. Is that true? I don't understand the difference between a ticket and a summons.

Answer: A summons means you must appear in court on the date specified on it and a ticket means you can pay the fine without going to court, in your case the officer was correct just take the proof to the judge and you should not even be fined.~

Question: What is the procedure for serving a summons? When someone comes to your home to serve a summons, do you actually have to accept it into your hand, or can they just leave it on your doorstep? THis is what happened to a friend; the summons was for her boyfriend and she refused to accept it. The server said since she was over 18 she had to accept it and left it on the doorstep. Is this considered "served" even though the person refused it? Or because they talked, is it considered served?

Answer: In Illinois and most states that is proper service. The moment a human opened the door and the process server went to give it into her hand, it was served. Had a case were the person opened the door and refused to take the summons. Summons fell on porch and person left it there. Was able to go into court show that this person was aware of the summons, but left it on the porch. Judgment for my client. The really bad thing about NOT accepting the summons is that the trial will go on WITHOUT the person being there. And in that case, since the person does not appear to defend them-self the side who served the summons wins. The only way to protest how the summons was served is to go into the court on the date specified on the summons and present your case, along with your complaint about the service of the summons. If the person does not show up, the court will never know that the summons had a problem. Lots of people in the US are ignoring summons by creditors and mortgage lenders in the WRONG belief that if they ignore the summons the case goes away. It does not, the case continues and the other side gets to win 100% of the time.

Question: Can I serve eviction summons/Complaint for unlawful detainer to my tenants personally? I am an apartment manager in WA state. Can I serve my eviction summons' and unlawful detainer complaints personally, or do I need to have a 3rd partys serve them?

Answer: You need a third party to do it, but it can be a friend or relative.

Question: How do I give a summons to someone who is being controlled by his family? I broke up with my boyfriend of two years. We have been fighting and going through a lot. And today he didn't come home until 8pm. So I want to know how do I get this summons to him without his parents being in the middle of everything?

Answer: Just give it to him. It doesn't matter of they know about it or see you. As long as it's delivered to him then he's been served.

Question: My brother was served a summons for Capital One debt. What happens during the waiting period? He was served a summons from Capital One's Attorney. He wrote a letter for validation of the debt and sent it Certified Mail which they had received on 12/23. Does he just wait to see what their response is? If he should do anything, does filing for motion for disclosure or a Sworn Denial come into play anywhere in this situation? When should he file for this? He's confused on what his next step should be. Thanks for your time and responses.

Answer: The time he should have disputed the case, or asked for validation, was BEFORE they started the process to take him to court. Once it gets to this point, it will be up to a judge what happens. He can go to court and plead his case. The judge will listen to both sides, and then determine a judgment (in all likely hood it will be in Capital ones favor. No one forced your brother to take out a credit card or to even use it.) Your brother will have to appear in court. He will have to pay capital one. (if he has any sense he can call capital one and try and make a settlement offer. However they will probably require this to be paid in a lump sum, as he has a history of non payment) ~~Donna~~

Question: What happens if you receive a summons to a coroners court and dont attend? If a retired former midwife is sent a summons to attend a coroners court in relation to the death of a baby and doesn't attend what is the consequence? She claims she doesn't remember the birth as it was a couple years ago and she is planning to move overseas. What are the consequences of this?

Answer: A warrant can be issued compelling her testimony. She can be charged with contempt of court or maybe obstruction of justice. She should have gone, said I do not recall, and been done with it.

Question: What is considered a legally served summons? I have a friend whom had a open dated summons, which was never delivered to him directly, but was given to his girlfriend. Is this a legal way to serve someone and is a response required if he was never served directly?

Answer: Laws on how a summons can be served and who can serve a summons vary from state to state. A response to summons is ALWAYS required. Otherwise, the plaintiff will win by default. If the defendant can prove that the summons was not properly served according to the laws in his state, he might be able to have the plaintiff's default judgment overturned.

Question: How do I settle a summons outside of court? I got a summons back in september for possession of alcohol by a juvenile. On the back of the summons it says I could possibly get into a program instead of going to court. Is this possible? Could I be facing probation by going to court? I live in Maine.

Answer: You would contact the State attorney's office and ask for the program.

Question: What happens if a debt collector sends a summons for garnishment to an employer that I don't work for? I guess that a garnishment summons was sent to a hospital I do not work at, have never workewd at. Isn't it a violation of the Fair Debt Collection Act?

Answer: If the collector sued and won a judgment, they can then garnish wages. If the garnishment order goes to the wrong employer, that employer will return it to the court indicating you don't work there. It sounds like someone made an error in the paperwork. Judgments fall under state law and the Fair Debt Collection Practice Act has nothing to do with it. You may find yourself served with a subpeona requiring you to appear in court and fill out paperwork on your employment and assets. Be sure to show up and comply. Failure to appear could result in your arrest.

Question: Can you travel to Australia with an outstanding court summons? A friend has applied for a Working Holiday Visa to Australia. The VISA has been granted, however he has an outstanding court summons and is concerned he may not be permitted in to Australia. What is the legal rulings on this?

Answer: One of the questions on the application form for a Working Holiday visa is "Have you ever... been charged with any offence that is currently awaiting legal action?" and if he answered Yes, he had to provide full details - if he did so and was granted his visa, he should be OK. If he answered No, then he lied on his application and will be subject to visa cancellation if it shows up in the immigration computers.

Question: How does a court summons work and what is the typical penalty for taking a few store signs and a salt shaker? Here is the situation. I was out with my gf and she decided to swipe a few things on the street(small dunkin donuts sign, salt/pepper shaker, and part of a Sunoco price sign). Yes it was dumb but we just wanted to have some fun I guess. Well the fuzz was watching us and took us in. We weren't technically arrested but a complaint was made and a summons is being mailed to me and my gf. How does this work? I've never been taken in by the police and I'm terrified about the penalty. I'm a big wimp. Help. It was in the state of NJ by the way. And I thank all for the prompt answers. I'm home having heart attack after heart attack. I'm not really willing to shell out for a lawyer. I'm willing to pay off whatever fine I have to. She's a good gf. She even tried telling the cops at the scene that I had nothing to do with it but I did nothing to stop her so a judge is still going to look at me like an ******. I am also concerned for my gf and what might be the possible penalty for her. She's a younger gal (18) so I'm not sure if age really matters once you're charged as an adult.

Answer: You read the summons and it will tell you when your court date is. Sounds like you're looking at accomplice liability. Your penalties depend upon the state. Many states will put you in an informal type of probation where if you stay out of trouble, the case is dismissed. It's your get out of jail free card. If you're really scared, be smart and shell out the $1000-$1500 for a lawyer. Your girlfriend is foolish. Break up with her after this case is over. If you're going to be charged with something, make sure it's not for a donut sign, and a salt/pepper shaker.

Question: How do you answer a summons about child custody? My sister/brother-in-law were served with a summons. Today is the last day they have to file an answer/response. What is the best way to go about that? Please help!! We have 3 hours left.

Answer: They need to respond NOW. Call the courthouse and ask to speak to the person in charge of the case.

Question: How long do I usually have after court summons for foreclosure? How long do I usually have after court summons for foreclosure? I have been summoned to court on the 17 of June for my foreclosure hearings how long does the judge usually give to vacate the premises in michigan? I already have had my six months to re-purchase my house.

Answer: Why not just re-purchase your house?

Question: How do I boost my summons in final fantasy 8? I played the whole game before and beat it but I am playing it again 3 years later and forgot how to boost my summons I think it has to do with one of the R-Keys and then square but I am not sure. Please help me out!

Answer: its hold select and press square at the right time.

Question: When you get summons in NYC does something get mailed to your house? I got a summons for disorderly conduct over the weekend and I don't want my parents to find out. I have to plead guilty in person in December. Does anything get mailed to your home address when you get a summons in NYC?

Answer: you said you got a summons, to me that means you have the summons in hand, they shouldn't send anything to your house unless here is some type of change in the court date.

Question: How much is the fine for the pink summons I obtained? I was walking down the street around two months ago, and a policeman stops me and gives me a summons because my dog didn't have it's registration tag and a vaccination tag. They are two summons, does anyone know how much is the fine for?

Answer: $50.

Question: How to respond to court summons myself for driving offence? First I received NIP for speeding offence and I responded to it confirming that I was the driver. After 5 months I received a court summons asking me to produce my driving license in the court. Can I fill the mitigation and statement of means form and send it to the court myself along with my license or should I have to hire a legal advisor? Please advise me on how to proceed further.

Answer: You don't need a legal adviser. You can do this yourself. As someone else stated, don't plead guilty if the officer is not in court, instead request that the charges be dropped. If the officer is in court and you are guilty, you might as well admit it. You will be fined. Be very polite, respectful and humble when you are in court. You will be fine. Good luck.

Question: After being served summons is the plaintiff allowed to visit defendant? I am the defendant and the summons is concerning child custody, visitation, and child support. The child the summon concerns is my 2-month-old son who lives with me in California. Does the father have the right to come to my residence after the papers have been served or is he to stay away till after a ruling?

Answer: Whatever agreement you currently have will stand until you go back to court. If he's allowed visitation currently he will continue with it unless he's been ordered not to. But if there is no agreement between you and he shows up unannounced you don't need to let him see the child. If this happens tell your lawyer.