Maryland Code
Md. Rule 2-113 (2026)
Md. Rule 2-113. Process-Duration, Dormancy, and Renewal of Summons
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A summons is effective for service only if served within 60 days after the date it is issued. A summons not served within that time shall be dormant, renewable only on written request of the plaintiff.
Source: This Rule is new and replaces former Rule 112.
Committee note: See Neel v. Webb Fly Screen Mfg. Co., 187 Md. 34, 48 A.2d 331 (1946).
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[Adopted April 6, 1984, eff. July 1, 1984.]