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When must I serve my complaint?

Type: 
Pro Se FAQ
Answer: 

If you are suing under federal law, you have 90 days from the date you filed the complaint to serve the defendants in your case. If your case has a claim under state law, you might have fewer than 120 days to serve the defendant(s). Make sure you understand the applicable federal and state rules and time limits or your case could be dismissed.