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The defendant in a lawsuit must be served (delivered) a summons or citation (an order from the court to appear and answer the lawsuit) and a copy of the lawsuit (the complaint) (1) to provide due process (fairness) by giving the defendant notice of the lawsuit and the opportunity to appear in court and defend the lawsuit; and (2) to give the court personal jurisdiction (authority) over the defendant.

In Nevada, as in all states, the legal process requires that a defendant in a lawsuit must be properly served with a summons or citation and a copy of the complaint initiating the lawsuit. This is a fundamental aspect of due process, which ensures that the defendant is given fair notice of the legal action against them and the opportunity to appear in court to defend themselves. The service of process must be carried out in accordance with Nevada's rules of civil procedure, which dictate how and when documents must be delivered to the defendant. Proper service establishes the court's personal jurisdiction over the defendant, meaning the court has the authority to make decisions regarding the defendant in the case. If a defendant is not properly served, the court may not have jurisdiction, and any judgments or orders issued may be invalid.

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