Howes v. Howes

OPINION OF THE COURT

B. Thomas Pantano, J.

Plaintiff wife has brought an action for divorce against defendant husband. On or about December 21, 1980 a summons in this action, indorsed “Action for Divorce”, was served upon defendant.

Defendant moves to dismiss the action based upon plaintiff’s failure to meet the residency requirements of section 230 of the Domestic Relations Law and pursuant to CPLR 3211 (subd [a], par 2). He further moves on the ground that the summons does not specify the grounds for the divorce. That part of his motion must be denied since the summons complies in all respects…