SUMMONSES Meaning and
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Summonses is the plural form of the noun summons. A summons is an official document issued by a court or other legal authority, instructing an individual to appear before a court or tribunal to respond to a legal complaint or charge. It is a written notice that notifies the recipient of a legal action being taken against them and orders them to appear in court at a specified date and time.
Summonses are typically used in civil and criminal cases to notify defendants about the legal proceedings against them. They outline specific details such as the nature of the offense or matter, the court where the hearing will take place, the date of the hearing, and any additional instructions or requirements for the recipient. Failure to comply with a summons can lead to serious consequences, including fines, penalties, or even arrest warrants.
Summonses are typically delivered to the individual in person by a process server, but they may also be sent by registered mail or delivered via electronic means in some jurisdictions. It is important for the recipient of a summons to carefully read and understand its contents, seek legal advice if necessary, and comply with the instructions provided to avoid any legal repercussions.
Common Misspellings for SUMMONSES
Etymology of SUMMONSES
The word "summonses" is derived from the Middle English word "summonse" which was derived from the Old French word "somondre". The Old French term comes from the Latin word "summonere" which means "to remind secretly, remind submissively, urge insistently, or bring together". It combines the prefix "sub-" which indicates a notion of "under", and "monere" meaning "to remind" or "to advise". Over time, the word evolved and was later anglicized to "summonse" in Middle English, and eventually to "summonses" in modern English. The term "summonses" is the plural form of "summons", which means an official order to appear before a court or authority.
Conjugate verb Summonses
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