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FL Divorce 200Mandatory

Summons: Notice About a Marriage or Domestic Partnership

Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective September 1, 2026

This form is a notice that someone has started a case about a marriage or domestic partnership. It tells the person receiving it what kind of case was started and gives instructions on how and when to respond to the court.

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Where this fits in a case

Start a case

Stage: Start a case

This form is used when one person starts a case in court asking the judge to make a decision about ending a marriage or domestic partnership, or to decide if the relationship was valid.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Common questions

What does this form tell me?
It tells you that someone has started a case about your marriage or domestic partnership and what the case is asking the court to decide. It also gives you instructions on how to respond.
What do I have to do after I get this form?
You must respond in writing by a certain deadline. If you do not file and serve your response by the deadline, the court might make decisions without hearing your side.
Do I need a lawyer to use this form?
The form states that a lawyer is not required, but it suggests that talking to a lawyer is a good idea.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect September 1, 2026.

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