How Long Does It Take to Have My Papers Served?
When you file a legal complaint against another person with the Clerk of Court in Florida county, the countdown begins. It is now the plaintiff’s responsibility to assure that the parties mentioned in the lawsuit and court summons are notified appropriately. In order to comply with this notification requirement, you must provide it by a law enforcement officer or approved private process server. Deadlines Summons & Complaints The plaintiff has 120 days (approximately 4 months) from the date of filing