A process server in Jefferson Township, Mercer County, only 0.4 miles from the courthouse in Celina, can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers ordered through the order page. The Standard, Rush or 24-Hour turnaround you choose comes with a signed proof of service by email after a successful delivery.
Jefferson Township Process Server Pricing
At 0.4 miles from the courthouse, nothing in the tier prices is about distance. Pay $185 for Standard Service and wait up to 5 business days for a first attempt. Pay $225 for Rush Service and wait up to 48 hours. For 24-Hour Service, $265, the aim is within 24 hours that the rates page will not promise, since submission time and server availability decide. After a failed delivery, re-attempts are $25 per attempt.
Mercer County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
The usual route is the clerk's certified mail, replaced by delivery from the sheriff, a municipal-court bailiff or a court-designated server only after the plaintiff files a written request for personal or residence service. The Mercer County page has more.
Who May Serve Papers in Mercer County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Hand delivery under Civ.R. 4.1 goes through the sheriff of the county where the defendant lives or may be found, through a municipal-court bailiff for defendants in that court's territory, or through a person designated by court order, always on the plaintiff's written request.
Jefferson Township Courts and the Mercer County Courthouse
Common Pleas filings go to the Mercer County Courthouse, 101 North Main Street, Celina, OH 45822, 0.4 miles from the township in a straight line. A municipal or county court takes lower-level civil, small claims and eviction cases, and the clerk of the filing court confirms which court covers an address.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Jefferson Township
Landlords give written notice to leave at least three days before filing; the eviction guide has the content. Serving the summons in the filed case is due at least a week before trial.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Jefferson Township
The listing's closest hospital is Mercer County Joint Township Community Hospital (800 West Main Street, Coldwater, OH 45828; (419) 678-4843), 5.8 miles off, then Grand Lake Health System at 10.4 miles and Van Wert County Hospital at 21.1. Civ.R. 45(B) lists the permitted subpoena servers. R.C. 2319.09 covers subpoenas from other states. No township police department is listed.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Jefferson Township
The township uses ZIP 45822. Center Township, Franklin Township, Butler Township, St. Marys Township (in Auglaize County), Noble Township (in Auglaize County) and Washington Township are nearby.
Jefferson Township Process Server FAQ
What if I cannot find the defendant?
Publication, Civ.R. 4.4.
How do I serve a business?
Through its agent, officer or manager.
How long do I have to get the defendant served?
Six months, Civ.R. 4(E).