Washington Code 35.50.225 – Procedure — Form of summons
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In foreclosing local improvement assessments, the summons shall be substantially in the following form:
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SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON
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FOR [ . . . . . .] COUNTY
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Plaintiff,
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summons for foreclosure
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. . . .,
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of local improvement
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Defendant.
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assessment lien
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To the Defendant: A lawsuit has been started against you in the above entitled court by . . . . . ., plaintiff. Plaintiff‘s claim is stated in the written complaint, a copy of which is served upon you with this summons. The purpose of this suit is to foreclose on your interest in the following described property:
[legal description]
which is located at:
[street address]
In order to defend against this lawsuit, you must respond to the complaint by stating your defense in writing, and by serving a copy upon the person signing this summons within twenty days after the service of this summons, excluding the day of service, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where plaintiff is entitled to what he or she asks for because you have not responded. If you serve a notice of appearance on the undersigned person, you are entitled to notice before a default judgment may be entered.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
If judgment is taken against you, either by default or after hearing by the court, your property will be sold at public auction.
Terms Used In Washington Code 35.50.225
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Lawsuit: A legal action started by a plaintiff against a defendant based on a complaint that the defendant failed to perform a legal duty, resulting in harm to the plaintiff.
- person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
- Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.
You may prevent the sale by paying the amount of the judgment at any time prior to the sale.
If your property is sold, you may redeem the property at any time up to two years after the date of the sale, by paying the amount for which the property was sold, plus interest and costs of the sale.
If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be served on time.
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Plaintiff
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Plaintiff’s
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Attorney
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NOTES:
Severability—1982 c 91: See note following RCW 35.50.030.