Washington Summons is a legal document issued by a court in Washington State. It orders a person to appear in court for a hearing or trial. The Summons may be issued in criminal cases, civil cases, or family law cases. There are three types of Washington Summons: Criminal Summons, Civil Summons, and Family Law Summons. A Criminal Summons is issued by a court in criminal cases, and it orders the defendant to appear in court at a certain time and date to answer to the charges against them. A Civil Summons is issued by a court in civil cases, and it orders a defendant to appear in court at a certain time and date to answer to the claims of the plaintiff. A Family Law Summons is issued by a court in family law cases, and it orders a defendant to appear in court at a certain time and date to answer to the claims of the plaintiff. All Washington Summons must be served by a law enforcement officer, and the recipient must be given notice of the hearing date. The recipient must also be informed of their right to an attorney, and they must be advised to seek legal counsel if needed.