(a) On the filing of the complaint, the probate court must enter an order appointing a day for the hearing thereof and must issue to the defendants a copy of the complaint and notice of the day set for the hearing unless such notice is waived.
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Terms Used In Alabama Code 18-1A-74

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Probate: Proving a will
(b) Service upon a defendant of the notice with a copy of the complaint may be made in accordance with Rule 4 of the Alabama Rules of Civil Procedure.
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