It will be sufficient that the summons require the accused to appear and answer to the complaint of ………. (naming the accuser) for official misdemeanor, but a copy of the complaint must be served with the summons.

Source

  • R.S.1866, c. 45, § 5, p. 298;
  • R.S.1913, § 5702;
  • C.S.1922, § 5032;
  • C.S.1929, § 26-1705;
  • R.S.1943, § 23-2005.

Terms Used In Nebraska Statutes 23-2005

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.