CPL 130.40 · Article 130. The Summons
Summons; service
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§ 130.40 Summons; service.
1. A summons may be served by a police officer, or by a complainant at least eighteen years old or by any other person at least eighteen years old designated by the court.
2. A summons may be served anywhere in the county of issuance or anywhere in an adjoining county.
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- Law content up to date as of October 2, 2026, as published by the New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
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- https://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/laws/CPL130.40
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