Harrison Township, in Licking County, covers three ZIP codes and no police department appears in the listing, yet a process server can deliver summonses and complaints, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers there after an online order. The order form presents Standard Service, Rush Service and 24-Hour Service, and a signed proof of service comes by email when delivery succeeds.
What a Process Server Costs in Harrison Township
Standard Service carries a $185 price and a first attempt within 5 business days. Rush Service carries a $225 price and a first attempt within 48 hours. 24-Hour Service carries a $265 price and a first attempt targeted within 24 hours, which the rates page treats as most practical in the large metro areas and does not promise here; the order's arrival time and server availability decide. After an unsuccessful delivery, the charge for another attempt is $25. See the rates page.
Licking County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
The clerk normally sends a summons by certified mail. Personal or residence service, once the plaintiff requests it in writing, is handled by the sheriff, a municipal bailiff or a server designated by the court.
Who May Serve Papers in Licking County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Civil Rule 4.1 draws a line between the clerk's mail and a person's visit. The clerk's mail goes certified or express with a signed return receipt, noted on the docket. A person's visit requires the plaintiff's written request and is made by the sheriff, a municipal bailiff or someone designated by the court, whose order lasts up to a year and depends on an oath about age, independence, status, ID and record. Anything unserved after 28 days is returned to the clerk with reasons.
Harrison Township Courts and the Licking County Courthouse
Harrison Township is a township, so its government is a board of trustees, and this page covers the unincorporated area only. The Licking County Courthouse, 1 Courthouse Square, Newark, OH 43055, houses the Court of Common Pleas and is about 12.2 miles away. Small claims, evictions and other smaller civil cases are heard in a municipal or county court, and the clerk where a case is filed can say which court covers an address. A municipal court generally takes civil claims to $15,000; its small claims division takes up to $6,000.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Harrison Township
Before the lawsuit
A landlord has to give written notice to leave at least three days before filing: by certified mail, by hand, or by a copy left at the home or premises. The eviction notice guide covers wording.
During the lawsuit
Trial may not be set sooner than seven days after the summons is served.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Harrison Township
According to Civil Rule 45(B), only a sheriff, bailiff, coroner, clerk, constable, deputy, attorney or court-designated person may serve a subpoena. Accepted methods are delivery, reading, the usual residence and return-receipt mail, with the fees allowed by law tendered, and a return is filed. Where documents alone are demanded, the person served has 14 days for written objections.
Harrison Township has no police department in the listing; that leaves the sheriff. Hospitals in the listing: Licking Memorial Hospital, 1320 West Main Street, Newark, (740) 348-4000, 9.5 miles; Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital, 7333 Smith's Mill Road, New Albany, (614) 775-6600, 10.6 miles; Mount Carmel East & West, 6001 East Broad Street, Columbus, (614) 234-5000, 12.0 miles. The UIDDA guide explains what to do about a witness who lives in another state.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Harrison Township
The township reaches into three ZIP codes, 43023, 43033 and 43062, and borders Union Township, Etna Township, St. Albans Township, Pataskala, Jersey Township and Liberty Township. See the Licking County page.
Harrison Township Process Server FAQ
How do I serve a township?
Rule 4.2 allows a township to be served through a trustee, its clerk or the county prosecutor.
Why did my certified-mail summons come back refused?
The clerk notifies the plaintiff, and Rule 4.6 permits ordinary mail on written request.
What does a landlord have to hand over before filing an eviction?
A three-day written notice to leave (R.C. 1923.04).