Hanover Township, Columbiana County, has four ZIP codes and lies 7.5 miles from the courthouse in Lisbon, and a process server there can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers ordered through the online order page. You choose Standard, Rush or 24-Hour turnaround, and the signed proof of service is emailed after a successful delivery.
Hanover Township Process Server Pricing
Pricing is straightforward on the rates page. Standard Service costs $185 for a first attempt within 5 business days, Rush Service costs $225 for a first attempt within 48 hours, and 24-Hour Service costs $265 for an attempt aimed at 24 hours that is not promised and turns on early submission and server availability. When a delivery fails, each extra attempt is $25 per attempt.
Columbiana County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
Certified mail through the clerk is the norm. A plaintiff who files a written request for personal or residence service sends the papers to the sheriff, a municipal-court bailiff or a court-designated server. See the Columbiana County page.
Who May Serve Papers in Columbiana County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Four ZIP codes touch the township, but service in Ohio is decided by the filing court, not the ZIP. Under Civ.R. 4.1, the clerk of that court mails, or on written request hands the process to the sheriff, a municipal-court bailiff or a court-designated person.
Hanover Township Courts and the Columbiana County Courthouse
The Columbiana County Courthouse, 105 South Market Street, Lisbon, OH 44432, houses the Court of Common Pleas and is 7.5 miles from the township in a straight line. Smaller civil, small claims and eviction cases are for a municipal or county court, and the clerk of that court tells you whether an address is covered.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Hanover Township
The landlord's written notice to leave has to be in the tenant's hands three or more days before filing, and the eviction guide covers the content. After the case is filed, the summons must be served at least seven days before trial.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Hanover Township
Salem Regional Medical Center (1995 East State Street, Salem, OH 44460; (330) 332-7214) is the closest hospital in the listing at 9.8 miles, followed by Alliance Community Hospital at 13.8 miles and East Liverpool City Hospital at 19.8 miles. The list of subpoena servers is in Civ.R. 45(B). R.C. 2319.09 covers subpoenas from other states. There is no police department for the township in the listing.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Hanover Township
The township uses ZIPs 44423, 44427, 44432 and 44625. Center Township, West Township, Butler Township and Knox Township are nearby.
Hanover Township Process Server FAQ
Can I serve a township?
Yes, per Civ.R. 4.2.
How long do I have to serve after filing?
Six months, Civ.R. 4(E).
What if I cannot find the defendant?
Publication, per Civ.R. 4.4.