Franklin Township in Tuscarawas County takes in two ZIP codes and 2,066 residents outside any city or village, and a process server there can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers. Choose Standard, Rush or 24-Hour on the online form; a signed proof of service is emailed after a successful delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Franklin Township
Standard Service, $185, is first in line for routine filings, with a first attempt within 5 business days, and Rush Service, $225, is next, with a first attempt within 48 hours. 24-Hour Service, $265, seeks a first attempt within 24 hours subject to submission time and server availability in the area. A new attempt after an unfinished delivery adds $25. See rates and the order page.
Tuscarawas County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
By default the clerk mails a certified-mail summons. If the plaintiff asks in writing for personal or residence service, the sheriff, a municipal-court bailiff or a court-designated server steps in.
Who May Serve Papers in Tuscarawas County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Civ.R. 4.1 gives the plaintiff one lever: a written request. Pull it, and process moves from mail to the sheriff where the party lives or can be found, a municipal court's bailiff, or a court-designated person. That designation is for up to a year after an oath about age, independence and background. Ask the clerk what your court requires. The unclaimed mail guide is a useful companion.
Franklin Township Courts and the Tuscarawas County Courthouse
The Tuscarawas County Courthouse, 101 East High Avenue, New Philadelphia, OH 44663, is 9.1 miles from Franklin Township and houses the Court of Common Pleas. For small claims, evictions and other lower-level cases, a municipal or county court is involved, and the clerk where you file confirms which.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Franklin Township
A landlord's first paper is a written notice to leave, at least three days before filing (R.C. 1923.04), delivered by certified mail, by hand or at the home. The eviction guide covers content. Then the filed case's summons has to be served at least seven days before trial (R.C. 1923.06).
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Franklin Township
Union Hospital, 659 Boulevard, Dover, OH 44622, (330) 343-3311, is 7.5 miles away; Aultman Hospital, 2600 Sixth Street Sw, Canton, OH 44710, (330) 363-9911, is 15.5 miles away; and Mercy Medical Center, 1320 Mercy Drive Nw, Canton, OH 44708, (330) 489-1111, is 16.7 miles away. Civ.R. 45(B) limits subpoena servers to the people it lists. Out-of-state witnesses require UIDDA.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Franklin Township
ZIP codes 44622 and 44680 apply. Wayne, Lawrence, Dover and Sugar Creek townships are neighbors in Tuscarawas County; Bethlehem Township and another Sugar Creek Township are in Stark County. See the Tuscarawas County page.
Franklin Township Process Server FAQ
How do I serve a business or a township?
Civ.R. 4.2 covers both: agents and officers for businesses, trustees or the clerk for townships.
How long do I have to get the defendant served after filing?
Six months, subject to good cause (Civ.R. 4(E)).