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The lawsuit will proceed according to the established laws of the state in which it is being heard. The defendant is not required to respond to a civil summons nor to appear in court, however, failure to do so will usually result in a default judgment being entered in favor of the plaintiff.

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What to expect at a court summons for credit card debt?

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If the couple acquired the debt while they were together, then both of them are responsible. Additionally, the summons will show who is responsible for the debt by naming the individuals who are being sued.


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Can a credit card company issue a summons for unpaid debt or can a credit card company retain services of an attorney and sue for unpaid debt?

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