What is the procedure once a "Defendant" is served with a civil summons in KY? Is there a guide I can download? The summons states I have less than 20 days once I signed for receiving it. How do I notify the courts and the Plaintiff's counsel that I do intend to represent myself and defend the claims made by the Plaintiff.

Send a letter to the court of your Intetn to Defend with a copy to the plaintiff. In the letter request that a court date be scheduled.