BANKS, Justice, for the Court:
In this matter, we consider whether an action is properly dismissed if service is not effectuated within 120 days after filing, absent good cause. We conclude that Rule 4(h) requires a dismissal without prejudice. We also conclude that filing a complaint tolls the statute of limitations, but that, if service is not made upon the defendant within the 120-day service period of Rule 4(h), the clock begins to run again at the end of the...
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