I just was served a summons, what do I do? If you were just served a summons and related petition by a process server you have twenty (20) days to answer the petition. Not twenty (20) business days, twenty (20) actual days to include weekends. If you do not answer the petition within twenty (20) days, you could have a clerical and/or judicial default entered against you. What is a default? A default must be motioned for by the opposing side and is basically an admission of everything that was listed in the petition. What do I do if the...

What to do if you are arrested. First, you will want to post bail. You can do this through private funds or through a bail bonds company. Bail is typically set at a court date called first appearance. In almost all cases, except as specified by law, a person is entitled to bail. An excessive bail is comparable to no bail at all. If you do not hire private counsel and you fit the applicable requirements, the Public Defender will be assigned to your case. What to do if you receive a summons in person or through the mail. If...