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This document is a summons issued by the Michigan Court of Claims requiring the defendant to respond to a complaint filed by the Michigan Republican Party, Republican National Committee, and Cindy Berry against Jocelyn Benson (Secretary of State) and Jonathan Brater (Director of Elections). It outlines the process for serving and responding to the summons, as well as legal obligations regarding absentee voting procedures and signature verification.

How to fill out summons

How to fill out summons

1. Obtain the correct summons form from your local court or online.
2. Carefully read the instructions provided with the summons template.
3. Fill in the case number at the top of the form, if applicable.
4. Provide your name and address as the plaintiff or petitioner.
5. Include the name and address of the defendant or respondent.
6. Describe the nature of your complaint or the reason for the summons in the appropriate section.
7. Specify the time frame within which the defendant must respond.
8. Sign and date the summons at the designated area.
9. Make copies of the completed summons for your records and for serving the defendant.
10. File the summons with the court clerk to initiate the legal process.

Who needs summons?

1. Individuals or entities involved in a legal dispute that requires formal notification to another party.
2. Plaintiffs seeking to initiate a lawsuit against a defendant.
3. Parties in a divorce or custody case who need to notify the other party.
4. Creditors seeking to collect debts through legal action.

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What is summons?

A summons is a legal document issued by a court that informs a person that they are being sued or required to appear in court.

Who is required to file summons?

Typically, the plaintiff or the person initiating the lawsuit must file the summons with the court.

How to fill out summons?

To fill out a summons, you need to provide the names of the parties involved, the court's name, the case number if applicable, and the specific claims being made.

What is the purpose of summons?

The purpose of a summons is to formally notify the defendant of the legal action against them and to compel them to respond or appear in court.

What information must be reported on summons?

The summons should include the court's name, the names and addresses of the parties, the case number, and instructions on how the defendant should proceed.