Barlow Township in Washington County is 10.0 miles from the courthouse in Marietta and has two ZIP codes, and a process server can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers there from an order at the order form. Barlow Township orders can be placed for Standard Service ($185, first attempt within 5 business days), Rush Service ($225, first attempt within 48 hours) or 24-Hour Service ($265, aimed at 24 hours). Signed proof of service reaches your email after delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Barlow Township
Southeast Ohio is outside the six areas the rates page names for 24-Hour Service, so that $265 tier needs a conversation first: its first attempt within 24 hours is not promised and depends on submission time and server availability. For firmer scheduling, Standard Service ($185) and Rush Service ($225) are the options. Another attempt after a failed delivery costs $25. See rates.
Washington County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
In the ordinary case the clerk mails the summons by certified mail. If the plaintiff files a written request, the sheriff, a municipal bailiff or a court-designated server delivers in person or at the residence instead.
Who May Serve Papers in Washington County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Civ.R. 4.1 governs a Washington County case: mail from the clerk unless the plaintiff requests otherwise in writing, then service by the sheriff, a municipal bailiff or a court-designated person. If a designated server cannot complete service within 28 days, the process is endorsed with the reasons and returned to the clerk. See sheriffs versus private servers.
Barlow Township Courts and the Washington County Courthouse
The Washington County Courthouse, 205 Putnam Street, Marietta, OH 45750, is the Court of Common Pleas courthouse, about 10.0 miles from Barlow Township. Barlow Township evictions and small claims fall to a municipal or county court, not Common Pleas, with the filing clerk able to confirm which. Municipal courts generally hear claims up to $15,000, and small claims up to $6,000.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Barlow Township
A written notice to leave, given at least three days before filing, comes first (R.C. 1923.04); certified mail, hand delivery or leaving it at the home will do. The eviction guide covers content. In the filed case, serving the summons at least seven days before trial is the rule (R.C. 1923.06).
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Barlow Township
Marietta Memorial Hospital, 401 Matthew Street, Marietta, OH 45750, (740) 374-1400, is 9.6 miles away, and Selby General Hospital, 1106 Colegate Drive, Marietta, OH 45750, (740) 568-2000, is 10.8 miles. A subpoena has to be served by someone named in Civ.R. 45(B). Another state's subpoena goes through UIDDA.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Barlow Township
ZIP codes 45729 and 45784. Watertown, Fairfield, Dunham and Warren townships are neighbors, all in Washington County. See the Washington County page.
Barlow Township Process Server FAQ
What if certified mail is refused?
A written request under Civ.R. 4.6 prompts the clerk to try ordinary mail.
How is a township served?
Under Civ.R. 4.2, a trustee, the clerk or the county prosecutor accepts it.
What if the residence is unknown?
Publication, with an affidavit, under Civ.R. 4.4.