Concord Township, Highland County, has 1,379 residents outside any village or city, and a process server can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers ordered online at the order page. A signed proof of service is emailed after a successful delivery, with speed chosen among Standard, Rush and 24-Hour.
What a Process Server Costs in Concord Township
Pricing here uses three levels. At the base, Standard Service costs $185 and gets a first attempt within 5 business days. In the middle, Rush Service costs $225 and gets one within 48 hours. At the top, 24-Hour Service costs $265, aims at a first attempt within 24 hours, and is not promised for a township 10.0 miles in a straight line from Hillsboro. Extra attempts after a failed delivery are $25 per attempt, per the rates page.
Highland County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
The clerk mails the summons by certified mail unless a written request says otherwise. With one, the sheriff, a bailiff or a court-named server delivers.
Who May Serve Papers in Highland County: Clerk, Sheriff or Designated Server
Civ.R. 4.1 lets a judge name a private server after an application. The applicant swears to the rule's requirements, including no felony or offense of violence in the last ten years, and the order lasts at most a year before renewal.
Concord Township Courts and the Highland County Courthouse
The Highland County Courthouse, 105 North High Street, Hillsboro, is the Common Pleas seat and lies 10.0 miles in a straight line from the township. Lower-level civil, small claims and eviction cases go to a municipal or county court, and the filing clerk can name which.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Concord Township
Before filing for eviction, a landlord gives written notice to leave at least three days ahead (R.C. 1923.04). The summons has to be served at least seven days before trial (R.C. 1923.06). Notice content is covered in the eviction guide.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Concord Township
Adams County Regional Medical Center, 230 Medical Center Drive, Seaman, (937) 386-3400, is 9.4 miles away. Highland District Hospital, 1275 North High Street, Hillsboro, (937) 393-6100, is 11.4 miles away, and Greenfield Area Medical Center is 24.4 miles away. A records-only witness has 14 days after service to serve written objections.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Concord Township
ZIPs 45133, 45679 and 45697 apply. Washington Township (6.0 miles), Jackson Township (6.2) and New Market Township (6.7) are in Highland County. Winchester Township (6.5) and Scott Township (7.2) are in Adams County, and Eagle Township (6.6) in Brown County.
Concord Township Process Server FAQ
How long do I have to get the defendant served after filing?
Six months under Civ.R. 4(E).
Who can personally serve a summons in Ohio?
Not an arbitrary person: the sheriff, a municipal bailiff or a court-named server (Civ.R. 4.1).
Why did my certified-mail summons come back unclaimed?
Request ordinary mail from the clerk in writing (Civ.R. 4.6).