A Delaware Summons in a Civil Action is a written order issued by a court to a person or persons who have been named as defendants in a civil action. It informs the defendant(s) that they have been sued and that they must appear in court to defend themselves against the allegations made against them. The Summons is usually served to the defendant(s) by a process server or by the sheriff. There are two types of Delaware Summons in a Civil Action: a Summons and Complaint and a Summons and Notice. The Summons and Complaint informs the defendant(s) of the details of the suit and that they must answer the complaint. The Summons and Notice informs the defendant(s) of the details of the suit and that they must respond to the complaint within 20 days, otherwise, the court may enter a judgment against them.