Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Kentucky
service of process
Does the failure to serve process result in dismissal of lawsuit in Kentucky. And if so, how do you find out if complaint was served?
Asked on 5/26/00, 8:26 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Brian Halloran
Brooking and Halloran, PLLC
Re: service of process
If service is not made upon the Defendant, the court may provide notice that the complaint will be dismissed WITHOUT PREJUDICE (you can refile the complaint) if service is not made withing a certain period of time (usually 20 days).
Answered on 8/04/00, 4:46 pm