Leesburg is a Highland County village of 1,269 people with a police department listed under its name, and a process server can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers there once ordered at the order page. The signed proof of service arrives by email after a successful delivery, whichever of Standard, Rush or 24-Hour you choose.
What a Process Server Costs in Leesburg
The county seat in Hillsboro is 10.1 miles away in a straight line. For deadlines more than a week out, Standard Service at $185 sets a first attempt within 5 business days. For deadlines inside a few days, Rush Service at $225 sets one within 48 hours. For urgent ones, 24-Hour Service at $265 aims within 24 hours, never promised. A new attempt after a failed delivery costs $25 per attempt (rates).
Highland County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
Clerk-mailed certified mail is the usual route; hand delivery requires the plaintiff's written request and is done by the sheriff, a bailiff or a court-named server.
Who May Serve Papers in Highland County: Clerk, Sheriff or Designated Server
The text of Civ.R. 4.1(D) requires a court-named server to be familiar with service procedure and to conduct himself or herself professionally, on top of the age, independence, ID and record requirements.
Leesburg Courts and the Highland County Courthouse
Common Pleas sits at the Highland County Courthouse, 105 North High Street, Hillsboro. A municipal or county court takes small claims, evictions and other lower civil cases, and the filing clerk can say which one.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Leesburg
Landlords in Leesburg give written notice to leave and wait at least three days before filing (R.C. 1923.04); the court summons is then served at least seven days before the trial (R.C. 1923.06). See the eviction guide.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Leesburg
Leesburg Police Department, 57 South Fairfield Street, Leesburg, (937) 780-6735, is listed from a 2008 federal survey, so confirm with the department before sending a records subpoena. Highland District Hospital, 1275 North High Street, Hillsboro, (937) 393-6100, and Greenfield Area Medical Center, 550 Mirabeau Street, Greenfield, (937) 981-9400, are both 8.8 miles away.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Leesburg
Leesburg uses ZIP 45135. Fairfield Township is just 0.3 miles away, Penn Township 4.3 miles and Madison Township 7.0 miles, all in Highland County.
Leesburg Process Server FAQ
Who can personally serve a summons in Ohio, and what is a court-designated process server?
A sheriff, a municipal bailiff, or a person the court names after an application and oath, for up to a year.
How long do I have to get the defendant served after filing?
Six months, per Civ.R. 4(E).
Can I serve a subpoena on an out-of-state witness?
R.C. 2319.09 sends it through the clerk in the Ohio county where discovery is sought.