Franklin Township in Jackson County has two ZIP codes and Holzer Medical Center Jackson only 3.3 miles away, and a process server there can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers ordered at the order page. A first attempt is scheduled within 5 business days with Standard Service ($185), within 48 hours with Rush Service ($225), and within 24 hours, where it can be arranged, with 24-Hour Service ($265). A signed proof of service comes to your inbox after each successful delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Franklin Township
Jackson County is not on the rates page's list of six areas for 24-hour work, so the $265 tier's first attempt within 24 hours is not promised and depends on submission time and server availability. The two lower tiers, $185 and $225, give firm windows of 5 business days and 48 hours. An extra attempt costs $25. See rates.
Jackson County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
In Jackson County the clerk generally mails the summons certified. Should the plaintiff request personal or residence service in writing, it is the sheriff, a municipal bailiff or a court-designated server who delivers.
Who May Serve Papers in Jackson County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
For a Jackson County plaintiff, Civ.R. 4.1 means certified mail unless a written request says otherwise, and the sheriff, a municipal bailiff or a court-designated person for personal or residence service. See the Civ.R. 4.1 explainer.
Franklin Township Courts and the Jackson County Courthouse
Franklin Township is about 4.8 miles from Common Pleas, which sits at the Jackson County Courthouse, 226 East Main Street, Jackson, OH 45640. Evictions and small claims are for a municipal or county court, and the clerk where you file can say which one. Municipal courts generally hear claims up to $15,000, small claims up to $6,000.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Franklin Township
Written notice to leave comes first, at least three days before a landlord files (R.C. 1923.04), by certified mail, by hand or at the home. The eviction guide covers content. After the filing, R.C. 1923.06 sets seven days as the shortest gap before trial for serving the summons.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Franklin Township
Holzer Medical Center Jackson, 500 Burlington Road, Jackson, OH 45640, (740) 395-8500, is 3.3 miles away; Adena Pike Medical Center, 100 Dawn Lane, Waverly, OH 45690, (740) 947-2186, is 22.5 miles. Subpoena servers, per Civ.R. 45(B), come from a defined list that includes court-designated persons. For other states, see UIDDA.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Franklin Township
ZIP codes 45640 and 45656. Jackson, Lick, Scioto, Bloomfield, Jefferson and Liberty are neighbors in Jackson County. See the Jackson County page.
Franklin Township Process Server FAQ
What if certified mail is unclaimed?
The clerk may retry by ordinary mail if you ask in writing.
How are townships served?
By trustee, clerk or prosecutor.
How long to serve?
Six months, Civ.R. 4(E).