2011 California Code
Code of Civil Procedure
PART 2. OF CIVIL ACTIONS [307 - 1062.20]
ARTICLE 1. Definitions and General Provisions
Section 583.110
As used in this chapter, unless the provision or context otherwise requires:
(a) Action includes an action commenced by cross-complaint or other pleading that asserts a cause of action or claim for relief.
(b) Complaint includes a cross-complaint or other initial pleading.
(c) Court means the court in which the action is pending.
(d) Defendant includes a cross-defendant or other person against whom an action is commenced.
(e) Plaintiff includes a cross-complainant or other person by whom an action is commenced.
(f) Service includes return of summons.
(Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1705, Sec. 5.)
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