Illinois Summons In Repletion is a legal process used in the state of Illinois whereby a plaintiff can obtain the return of property that has been unlawfully taken. The plaintiff must file a complaint in the Illinois Circuit Court that outlines the facts of the case and then request a Summons In Repletion from the clerk of the court. The Summons In Repletion will require the defendant to appear in court and answer the complaint. There are two types of Illinois Summons In Repletion: the Regular Summons In Repletion and the Special Summons In Repletion. The Regular Summons In Repletion is issued when the plaintiff is seeking the return of tangible personal property such as furniture, jewelry, or firearms. The Special Summons In Repletion is used when the plaintiff is seeking the return of intangible property such as documents, contracts, or other evidence.