The summons, as provided in RCW 4.68.010, must describe the judgment, and require the person summoned to show cause why he or she should not be bound by it, and must be served in the same manner and returnable within the same time, as the original summons. It is not necessary to file a new complaint.
[ 2011 c 336 § 114; Code 1881 § 315; 1877 p 64 § 319; RRS § 437.]

Terms Used In Washington Code 4.68.020

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • 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
  • Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.