Fairfield Township in Washington County is 15.1 miles from Marietta, where the county courthouse stands, and a process server can be ordered online for summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers. Standard, Rush and 24-Hour speeds apply, and a signed proof of service is emailed after a successful delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Fairfield Township
Anyone sending papers across that distance can pick Standard Service, $185, for a first attempt within 5 business days, Rush Service, $225, for a first attempt within 48 hours, or 24-Hour Service, $265, for a first attempt aimed at 24 hours when submission time and server availability in the area allow. A delivery that is not completed can be retried at $25 per additional attempt. The rates page and order form cover the details.
Washington County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
A summons usually begins as certified mail sent by the clerk. To get personal or residence service instead, the plaintiff files a written request and the sheriff, a municipal-court bailiff or a court-designated server delivers.
Who May Serve Papers in Washington County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Civ.R. 4.1(D) lists the conditions for a court-designated server: 18 or older, not a party or a relative, no financial interest, a U.S. citizen or legal resident, a valid government photo ID, and no recent felony or dishonesty conviction. The clerk handles mailing; the designated server handles hand delivery only when the court so orders.
Fairfield Township Courts and the Washington County Courthouse
Marietta holds the Washington County Courthouse, 205 Putnam Street, Marietta, OH 45750, where Common Pleas sits, 15.1 miles from the township. Municipal and county courts hear lower-level civil, small claims and eviction cases, and the filing clerk can confirm which court covers an address.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Fairfield Township
Under R.C. 1923.04, a landlord must give written notice to leave at least three days before filing; delivery may be by certified mail, in person or at the home. What the notice must say is laid out in the eviction guide. Later, R.C. 1923.06 sets a floor of seven days between serving the summons and the trial.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Fairfield Township
Both Marietta hospitals are about 15 miles out: Marietta Memorial Hospital (401 Matthew Street, OH 45750, (740) 374-1400) at 14.8 miles and Selby General Hospital (1106 Colegate Drive, OH 45750, (740) 568-2000) at 15.9 miles. Ohiohealth O'Bleness Hospital, 55 Hospital Drive, Athens, OH 45701, (740) 593-5551, is 20.7 miles away. A subpoena is served by those in Civ.R. 45(B); witnesses outside Ohio need UIDDA.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Fairfield Township
The township uses ZIP codes 45724 and 45784. Barlow, Decatur and Dunham townships, 5.2, 5.6 and 6.9 miles away, are in Washington County. Read the Washington County page.
Fairfield Township Process Server FAQ
How long do I have to get the defendant served after filing?
Six months under Civ.R. 4(E).
Why did my certified-mail summons come back unclaimed or refused?
Ordinary mail can be requested from the clerk in writing; Civ.R. 4.6 covers this.
What if I cannot find the defendant?
Civ.R. 4.4: publication supported by a diligence affidavit.