How Do I Serve a Complaint or Petition? The court will issue a Writ of Summons, 5 to 10 days after you file your Complaint or Petition.Frequently Asked Questions. The following are basic questions and answers. Law enforcement officers generally must obtain a judicial warrant prior to the search and subsequent examination of property. Most Maryland family law court forms are in this index. It is legal for a beneficiary to act as a witness, but it is better to use witnesses who are not beneficiaries. A warrant may be issued for any of the following: (1) evidence of a crime; (2) contraband, fruits of crime, or other items illegally possessed;