What happens if I am sued for a debt in Maine District Court?
What happens if I am sued for a debt in district court?
If you are sued for a debt in district court, the creditor is the Plaintiff and you are the Defendant.
Summons and Complaint - what to expect
The first step in the process is that you will be served with a summons and compliant. The summons and complaint will be delivered to or "served on" you. This is usually done by a deputy sheriff.
These documents will give you important information: