Eagle Township, Hancock County, is a few miles outside Findlay, and an online order brings a process server to deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers to people who live there. You pick Standard, Rush or 24-Hour; a signed proof of service comes by email after a successful delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Eagle Township
Here is how the prices split. Standard Service is $185 and covers a first attempt within 5 business days. Rush Service is $225 and covers one within 48 hours. 24-Hour Service is $265 and covers an aim of 24 hours, with submission time and server availability in the area as conditions. A delivery that cannot be completed can be tried again, with each added attempt costing $25. The rates page and order form are open to you.
Hancock County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
By default, the clerk's certified mailing delivers the summons. A plaintiff's written request for personal or residence service replaces that with the sheriff, a municipal-court bailiff or a court-designated server.
Who May Serve Papers in Hancock County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Civ.R. 4.1 lets the clerk send process by mail with a return receipt or by a commercial carrier requiring a signature, and lets hand delivery wait for a request. Only the sheriff, a bailiff or a court-designated person delivers by hand, and the designation lasts up to a year.
Eagle Township Courts and the Hancock County Courthouse
The Hancock County Courthouse, 300 South Main Street, Findlay, OH 45840, houses Common Pleas and is 6.8 miles from Eagle Township. Smaller civil matters, small claims and evictions included, go to a municipal or county court, and the clerk where you file can say which court covers an address.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Eagle Township
A landlord starts with a written notice to leave, given three or more days before filing (R.C. 1923.04), by certified mail, by hand or at the home. The eviction guide describes its content. The summons in the filed case must be served at least seven days before trial under R.C. 1923.06.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Eagle Township
Blanchard Valley Hospital, 1900 South Main Street, Findlay, OH 45840, (419) 423-4500, is 5.5 miles away. Bluffton Hospital, 139 Garau Street, Bluffton, OH 45817, (419) 358-9010, is 10.9 miles away, and Fostoria Community Hospital, 501 Van Buren Street, Fostoria, OH 44830, (419) 435-7734, is 20.8 miles away. Civ.R. 45(B) lists the people who may serve a subpoena, and UIDDA handles witnesses in other states.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Eagle Township
The township's ZIP codes are 45840 and 45881. Arlington, a village 4.7 miles away, Findlay, a city 7.6 miles away, and Jackson, Liberty, Union and Marion townships are all in Hancock County. See the Hancock County page.
Eagle Township Process Server FAQ
What if I cannot find the defendant?
Civ.R. 4.4 provides for publication supported by an affidavit.
How do I serve a business or a township?
Civ.R. 4.2 names the proper agent or officer for each kind of party.
Why did my certified-mail summons come back unclaimed or refused?
A written request to the clerk brings ordinary mail (Civ.R. 4.6).