Florida Residential Eviction Summons is a formal document issued by a court in the State of Florida to a tenant in an eviction case. It is the first step in the eviction process, and is served to the tenant by a court clerk or a sheriff’s deputy. The summons informs the tenant of their rights and the court’s decision in the case. It will also include the amount of rent due, late fees, court costs, and any other legal costs associated with the case. The tenant must appear in court on the date indicated on the summons or risk a default judgment. There are two types of Florida Residential Eviction Summons: the 3-Day Notice to Vacate and the 7-Day Notice to Vacate. The 3-Day Notice is served when a tenant is late in paying their rent or when they have violated the terms of the lease. The tenant must leave the premises within three days or face eviction. The 7-Day Notice is served when a tenant has committed a more serious offense, such as destruction of property or illegal activity. The tenant is given seven days to leave the premises or face eviction.