Florida Summons — Action For Back Rent And Damages is a legal summons issued by a landlord or landlord’s attorney to a tenant when a tenant has failed to pay rent and/or caused damage to the rental property. A Florida Summons is a legal document that must be served to the tenant before a landlord can take legal action against them. The summons will include details of the legal action being taken, the amount of rent owed, and any damages caused by the tenant. There are two types of Florida Summons — Action For Back Rent And Damages: an Uncontested Summons and a Contested Summons. An Uncontested Summons is used when the tenant agrees to the allegations against them and the proposed settlement. A Contested Summons is used when the tenant does not agree to the allegations or proposed settlement and wishes to dispute them in court.