wezwanie

Wezwanie is a Polish noun that denotes a formal call to appear, or to perform a specified action, issued by authorities, courts, creditors, or administrative bodies. It is a procedural step in civil, administrative, or criminal proceedings, or a formal notice demanding compliance, such as payment or the provision of information.

Etymology and linguistic notes: the word is derived from the verb wezwać, meaning “to summon” or “to call,” with the noun-forming suffix -anie. Related forms include wezwać (to summon) and various compound phrases in legal and administrative language.

Usage and types: In legal and administrative contexts, wezwanie can be a summons to appear at a court or official body (for example, wezwanie na rozprawę, wezwanie do stawiennictwa) or a demand for action (for example, wezwanie do zapłaty, a payment demand, or wezwanie do złożenia wyjaśnień, a request for explanations). Wezwanie is typically delivered in writing and includes the addressee’s data, the date, a precise instruction on where and when to appear or what to do, a deadline for compliance, and information about potential consequences of non-compliance, such as administrative penalties or further legal steps. In many cases, timely response within the deadline is required to avoid compulsory measures.

In everyday language, the term can be used metaphorically as a call to act, for example wezwanie do udziału w wyborach or wezwanie do solidarności, indicating a broad use beyond strictly formal procedures.