§ 400. Method of commencing action or special proceeding. Section three hundred four of the civil practice law and rules shall not apply in this court. An action is commenced in this court and jurisdiction acquired by service of a summons. A special proceeding is commenced and jurisdiction acquired by service of a notice of petition or order to show cause.
Method of commencing action or special proceeding
N.Y. Uniform Justice Court Act § 400, under Summons.
N.Y. Uniform Justice Court Act § 400