Subdivision 1.Notice in lieu of summons; personal service.

The service of a summons or a notice in lieu of summons shall be as provided in the Rules of Juvenile Procedure.

Subd. 2.Service; fees.

Terms Used In Minnesota Statutes 260B.152

  • Court: means juvenile court unless otherwise specified in this section. See Minnesota Statutes 260B.007
  • Person: includes any individual, association, corporation, partnership, and the state or any of its political subdivisions, departments, or agencies. See Minnesota Statutes 260B.007
  • Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
  • Subpoena: A command to a witness to appear and give testimony.
  • Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.

Service of summons, notice, or subpoena required by sections 260B.151 to 260B.255 shall be made by any suitable person under the direction of the court, and upon request of the court shall be made by a probation officer or any peace officer. The fees and mileage of witnesses shall be paid by the county if the subpoena is issued by the court on its own motion or at the request of the county attorney. All other fees shall be paid by the party requesting the subpoena unless otherwise ordered by the court.

Subd. 3.Proof of service.

Proof of the service required by this section shall be made by the person having knowledge thereof.