English Explanatory Dictionary

service of process

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The delivery of information to a person or entity providing notice that they are being sued with sufficient detail for them to respond to the suit.
  2. The effective notification of a lawsuit such that a court may proceed with the case.

Word forms

service of process services of process

Synonyms

service of summons
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