California Code of Civil Procedure 583.220 – The time within which service must be made pursuant to this article …
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The time within which service must be made pursuant to this article does not apply if the defendant enters into a stipulation in writing or does another act that constitutes a general appearance in the action. For the purpose of this section none of the following constitutes a general appearance in the action:
(a) A stipulation pursuant to Section 583.230 extending the time within which service must be made.
Terms Used In California Code of Civil Procedure 583.220
- Action: includes an action commenced by cross-complaint or other pleading that asserts a cause of action or claim for relief. See California Code of Civil Procedure 583.110
- Service: includes return of summons. See California Code of Civil Procedure 583.110
- Writing: includes printing and typewriting. See California Code of Civil Procedure 17
(b) A motion to dismiss made pursuant to this chapter, whether joined with a motion to quash service or a motion to set aside a default judgment, or otherwise.
(c) An extension of time to plead after a motion to dismiss made pursuant to this chapter.
(Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1705, Sec. 5.)