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  • What is an appearance notice? What is a summons?
  • When are these documents used?
  • What’s the difference between an appearance notice and a summons?
  • What do an appearance notice and a summons tell you?
  • What is the date on your appearance notice or summons?
  • What should you do if you get an appearance notice or a summons?
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