Code Civ. Proc., § 583.210 · Article 2. Mandatory Time for Service of Summons
Code Civ. Proc., § 583.210
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
(a) The summons and complaint shall be served upon a defendant within three years after the action is commenced against the defendant. For the purpose of this subdivision, an action is commenced at the time the complaint is filed.
(b) Proof of service of the summons shall be filed within 60 days after the time the summons and complaint must be served upon a defendant.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Amended by Stats. 2005, Ch. 300, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2006.
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