Rule 4 – Process

by | May 14, 2021 | Civil Procedure, South Carolina

(a) Summons: Issuance. The summons shall be issued by plaintiff or plaintiff’s attorney. Copies of the original summons shall be served upon each defendant. (b) Same: Form. The summons shall be signed by the plaintiff or his attorney, contain the name of the...

Rule 3 – Commencement of Action

by | May 14, 2021 | Civil Procedure, South Carolina

(a) Commencement of civil action. A civil action is commenced when the summons and complaint are filed with the clerk of court if: (1) the summons and complaint are served within the statute of limitations in any manner prescribed by law; or (2) if not served within...