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Terms Used In Missouri Laws 528.510

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.

A judgment by default may be rendered against any defendant who does not appear and answer to the command of the summons or publication, and payment of the money ordered accordingly.