Server's Corner

Answering Your Questions About Process Serving

Process serving is the act of delivering legal documents, such as subpoenas, summons, and complaints, to individuals who are involved in a legal case. The process server's job is to ensure that the legal documents are delivered to the intended recipients in a timely and professional manner. At Roland Investigations, process serving is the bulk of what we do. But for those who are less familiar with this service, it is natural to have questions regarding it. That is why we want to answer some of the most common questions we get regarding process serving with you here today.

What is the role of a process server?

The role of a process server is to deliver legal documents to individuals who are involved in a legal case. These documents may include subpoenas, summons, complaints, and other legal documents. The process server's job is to ensure that the documents are delivered to the intended recipient in a timely and professional manner.

Why is process serving important?

Process serving is important because it ensures that all parties involved in a legal case are aware of the legal proceedings and have been notified of any actions that may affect them. Without proper process serving, a case cannot proceed, and justice cannot be served.

Who can serve legal documents?

In most states, anyone who is 18 years of age or older and not a party to the legal case can serve legal documents. However, some states have specific requirements for process servers, such as completing a training course or obtaining a license.

What are the requirements for becoming a process server?

The requirements for becoming a process server vary depending on the state in which you live. Some states require process servers to complete a training course or obtain a license, while others do not. In general, process servers must be at least 18 years of age, not a party to the legal case, and have a clean criminal record.

What happens if the intended recipient of the legal documents cannot be found?

If the intended recipient of the legal documents cannot be found, the process server may attempt to deliver the documents to a family member, roommate, or co-worker of the intended recipient. If all attempts to deliver the documents fail, the process server may file an affidavit of non-service with the court, stating that the documents could not be delivered.

Can a process server enter someone's home or workplace to deliver legal documents?

In most cases, a process server cannot enter someone's home or workplace without permission to deliver legal documents. If the intended recipient is not at home or work, the process server may leave the documents with someone who is authorized to accept them, such as a family member or co-worker.

To sum things up, process serving is an essential part of the legal system, ensuring that all parties involved in a legal case are notified of any actions that may affect them. Process servers play a crucial role in delivering legal documents in a timely and professional manner. If you need to have legal documents served, contact our team of efficient professionals here at Roland Investigations. We would be happy to answer any additional questions you may have.

By Roland Investigations 3-22-2023