UJCA 400 · Article 4. Summons
Method of commencing action or special proceeding
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§ 400. Method of commencing action or special proceeding.
Section three hundred four of the civil practice law and rules shall not apply in this court. An action is commenced in this court and jurisdiction acquired by service of a summons. A special proceeding is commenced and jurisdiction acquired by service of a notice of petition or order to show cause.
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