§ 583.220 The time within which service must be made pursuant to this article does not apply if the defendant enters into a stipulation in writing or does anoth…
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Rule Text
The time within which service must be made pursuant to this article does not apply if the defendant enters into a stipulation in writing or does another act that constitutes a general appearance in the action. For the purpose of this section none of the following constitutes a general appearance in the action:
(a) A stipulation pursuant to Section 583.230 extending the time within which service must be made.
(b) A motion to dismiss made pursuant to this chapter, whether joined with a motion to quash service or a motion to set aside a default judgment, or otherwise.
(c) An extension of time to plead after a motion to dismiss made pursuant to this chapter.
Amendment history: Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1705, Sec. 5.