Boston Heights, a Summit County village of 1,403 people, is covered by a process server who can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers ordered at the online order form. Choose Standard, Rush or 24-Hour, then watch your inbox for the signed proof of service after a successful delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Boston Heights
Akron is among the cities where the rates page says 24-Hour Service is most practical, so Boston Heights is a better candidate for it than most villages. The tier costs $265 and aims at a first attempt within 24 hours, but it is not promised and depends on order time and server availability. Rush Service is $225 with a first attempt within 48 hours; Standard Service is $185 with a first attempt within 5 business days. A retry after a failed delivery costs $25 per attempt (rates).
Summit County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
Most summonses are mailed by the clerk. When the plaintiff files a written request, delivery moves to the sheriff, a municipal court bailiff or a court-named server.
Who May Serve Papers in Summit County: Clerk, Sheriff or Designated Server
Ohio's Civ.R. 4.1 limits hand delivery to the sheriff, a municipal bailiff or a court-designated person. For the last group, the court order depends on an oath: at least 18, not a party or relative, not financially interested, valid photo ID, and a clean ten-year record for felonies, violence and dishonesty. More on the rule.
Boston Heights Courts and the Summit County Courthouse
Common Pleas sits at the Summit County Courthouse, 209 South High Street, Akron, 12.0 miles in a straight line from Boston Heights. Municipal and county courts take small claims, lower-level civil cases and evictions, and the clerk where a case is filed can confirm the right one.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Boston Heights
R.C. 1923.04 requires the landlord's written notice to leave at least three days before filing. R.C. 1923.06 requires the summons in the filed case to be served at least seven days before trial. Consult the clerk of the court where the case sits for the manner of service.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Boston Heights
The Village Of Boston Heights Police Department, 45 East Boston Mills Road, Hudson, (330) 653-5911, is listed from a 2008 federal survey, so confirm with the department before sending a records subpoena. Summa Western Reserve Hospital, 1900 23rd Street, Cuyahoga Falls, (330) 971-7000, is 8.3 miles away. Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center is 10.7 miles away and Akron Children's Hospital 11.8 miles.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Boston Heights
Boston Heights has ZIPs 44236 and 44264. Northfield Center Township is 2.7 miles away, Hudson 3.6 miles and Macedonia 4.3 miles, all in Summit County.
Boston Heights Process Server FAQ
Can I serve a subpoena on a hospital or out-of-state witness?
A hospital through a Civ.R. 45(B) server, and an out-of-state witness through R.C. 2319.09 after the Ohio clerk issues the subpoena.
How do I serve a business or a village?
Civ.R. 4.2: agent for companies; officer or solicitor for municipal corporations.
Why did my certified-mail summons come back unclaimed?
A written request lets the clerk resend by ordinary mail (Civ.R. 4.6).