A motion to strike a complaint or cross-complaint must be brought within thirty (30) days of service of summons. CCP § 412.20 (a)(3).A motion to strike targets specific parts of a pleading, while a motion to dismiss seeks to throw out an entire case or claim. This video describes the grounds and general procedures to file a motion to strike a complaint in a Connecticut civil lawsuit. In the appeal the court upheld the motion to strike and the ensuing default judgment. Enter the case number using correct format and ensure case name and number match the document you are filing. A motion to strike without a demurrer extends the time to answer a complaint or cross-complaint. No default may be entered while a motion to strike is pending. Print the Notice of Electronic filing. This is the verification that the document has been electronically filed.