Bowling Green Township in Licking County, not to be confused with the Wood County city, spans three ZIP codes and sits 9.9 miles from the courthouse in Newark, and a process server there can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers. Customers choose Standard, Rush or 24-Hour when ordering, and the signed proof of service is emailed once delivery succeeds.
What a Process Server Costs in Bowling Green Township
Standard Service, $185, brings a first attempt within 5 business days; Rush Service, $225, brings one within 48 hours; 24-Hour Service, $265, aims for one within 24 hours, subject to submission time and server availability in the area. If a delivery isn't completed, an additional attempt is $25. See the rates page or order.
Licking County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
The clerk typically opens a case by sending the summons through the mail. Where the plaintiff has written to the clerk for hand delivery, a sheriff, municipal bailiff or court-designated server delivers.
Who May Serve Papers in Licking County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Licking County's clerk begins with mail under Civ.R. 4.1, and only a written request brings in the sheriff, a municipal bailiff or a court-designated person. The designated person swears to the rule's requirements and serves under an order of up to a year. Ask the clerk what your court requires.
Bowling Green Township Courts and the Licking County Courthouse
The Licking County Courthouse, 1 Courthouse Square, Newark, OH 43055, houses the Court of Common Pleas and is 9.9 miles from the township. Smaller civil matters, including evictions and small claims, go to a municipal or county court, and the filing clerk can confirm which.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Bowling Green Township
The landlord's written notice to leave must be delivered at least three days before filing (R.C. 1923.04), by certified mail, by hand or at the home. See the eviction guide. Per R.C. 1923.06, service of the summons must be complete a week ahead of trial.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Bowling Green Township
Licking Memorial Hospital, 1320 West Main Street, Newark, OH 43055, (740) 348-4000, is 10.9 miles away; Genesis Hospital, 2951 Maple Avenue, Zanesville, OH 43701, (740) 454-5000, is 15.6 miles away; and Fairfield Medical Center, 401 North Ewing Street, Lancaster, OH 43130, (740) 687-8000, is 20.8 miles away. Civ.R. 45(B) is the rule for subpoena servers. See UIDDA for other states.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Bowling Green Township
The township reaches ZIP codes 43076, 43721 and 43739. Franklin and Licking townships and one Hopewell Township are neighbors in Licking County, Hopewell and Thorn townships are in Perry County, and another Hopewell Township is in Muskingum County. See the Licking County page.
Bowling Green Township Process Server FAQ
How long do I have to get the defendant served after filing?
Civ.R. 4(E) sets a six-month window, excused only by good cause.
How do I serve a business or a township?
Civ.R. 4.2 covers agents and officers for businesses, and trustees or the clerk for townships.