Delaware Justice of the Peace Court, How To File and Defend a Summary Possession Action

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Delaware Justice of the Peace Court, How To File and Defend a Summary Possession Action
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Delaware (state)
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If possible, the complaint and summons will be served by the constable handing these papers to the defendant. If not, the constable will leave the papers with a person of suitable age and discretion who resides or is employed in the rental unit. If neither of these methods is possible, and the defendant is a person, the papers are posted on a conspicuous part of the rental unit and sent by either certified or first class mail with certificate of mailing to the rental unit or any other address known to the plaintiff at which it is likely the defendant will receive the papers. If the defendant is an artificial entity, such as a corporation or partnership, after posting, the papers must also be sent by certified or first class mail with certificate of mailing to the principal place of business of the defendant, if known, or to any other place known to the plaintiff at which it is likely the defendant will receive the papers. 25 Del.C. § 5706

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Do I have to wait several weeks for a trial if the other party is damaging my property?

If a landlord or tenant has substantial evidence that the party from whom summary possession is being sought is causing substantial or irreparable harm to the other's person or property, the injured party may apply to the Court for a forthwith summons so that the case will be heard at an earlier date. 25 Del.C. § 5115

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What do I do if I am the defendant in an action for summary possession?