Generally service in the Supreme Court must be made within how many days after filing the summons and complaint?

• A. 60 days
• B. 120 days
• C. 90 days
• D. 180 days

Answer: (B)

Time to serve is the window you have to bring the defendant into the court’s jurisdiction by delivering the summons and complaint. The standard period is 120 days from the date the complaint is filed to complete service. This deadline helps ensure the defendant gets timely notice and keeps the case moving forward. If service isn’t made within that span, you generally must show good cause for the delay or risk dismissal for lack of prosecution, unless the court grants an extension. Keep in mind that, in some situations or jurisdictions, certain parties or methods of service may have different timelines, but the 120-day window is the typical rule for ordinary service after filing.