What Is a Summons with Notice in NY Divorce?

Quick Answer: Form UD-1, the Summons with Notice, is a shorter way to start your divorce without detailing the grounds initially. It notifies your spouse of the divorce and gives them 20 days to respond.

What It Includes

• Court and case information
• Names of both spouses
• Statement seeking divorce
• What relief you are requesting
• Notice to defendant of rights

After Service

Spouse has 20 days to respond if served personally, 30 days if served by mail. For uncontested divorce, spouse signs Affidavit of Defendant instead of answering.

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