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GDN M 001

Summons

Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective September 1, 2025

This form is a Summons that tells people that a case has started asking the court to decide who should be in charge of minor children. It informs the people involved that they must respond to the court by a certain deadline.

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This form is used when someone files a petition asking the court to establish guardianship over minor children. It is used to officially notify the parents, child, and people with court-ordered custody that the case has begun.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form is a Summons that notifies people that a case has started asking the court to decide who should be in charge of minor children.
What do I need to do after I get this form?
The form tells you that you must respond to the Summons and Petition by serving a copy of your written response and filing the original with the Clerk of the Court.
What if I don't respond on time?
If you do not serve your written response within 20 days (or 60 days if served outside of Washington), the court may enter an order of default against you.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect September 1, 2025.

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