Paint Township in Highland County shares its name with a Paint Township in Ross County 7.3 miles away, so double-check the county when you order a process server for a summons and complaint, a subpoena, an eviction notice or another court paper; this page covers Highland County's, with 4,833 residents outside any city or village. Order here. Prices are $185 for Standard Service (first attempt within 5 business days), $225 for Rush Service (within 48 hours) and $265 for 24-Hour Service (aimed at 24 hours); if the papers are delivered, a signed proof of service is emailed.
What a Process Server Costs in Paint Township
Paint Township is not within the six areas the rates page names for 24-Hour Service, so the $265 tier's first attempt within 24 hours is aimed, not promised, and depends on submission time and server availability. Rush Service at $225 is built for 48 hours; Standard Service at $185 for 5 business days. Another go after a failed try costs $25. See rates.
Highland County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
It all starts with the clerk's certified mailing. Hand or residence service needs a written request, after which the sheriff, a municipal bailiff or a court-designated server acts.
Who May Serve Papers in Highland County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Where a defendant lives decides which sheriff serves. Civ.R. 4.1 has the clerk deliver process to the sheriff of the county where the party resides or may be found, and a defendant in the Ross County Paint Township would fall to that county's sheriff. A municipal bailiff serves inside the court's territory, and a person designated by court order serves for up to a year. See the sheriff versus private server comparison.
Paint Township Courts and the Highland County Courthouse
The Highland County Courthouse, 105 North High Street, Hillsboro, OH 45133, holds the Court of Common Pleas and is 9.2 miles from the township in a straight line. A small claim or an eviction belongs in a municipal or county court, not Common Pleas, and which one covers an address is something that court's clerk can confirm. Municipal courts generally hear claims up to $15,000, small claims up to $6,000.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Paint Township
A landlord must give written notice to leave at least three days before filing (R.C. 1923.04), by certified mail, in hand or at the home. The eviction guide covers content. The summons in the filed case has to be served at least seven days before trial (R.C. 1923.06); the clerk explains how.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Paint Township
Subpoena servers under Civ.R. 45(B) are the sheriff, bailiff, coroner, clerk, constable, attorney and court-designated person. Hospitals: Greenfield Area Medical Center, 550 Mirabeau Street, Greenfield, OH 45123, (937) 981-9400, 8.4 miles; Highland District Hospital, 1275 North High Street, Hillsboro, OH 45133, (937) 393-6100, 8.8 miles; Adena Fayette Medical Center, 1430 Columbus Avenue, Washington Ch, OH 43160, (740) 335-1210, 21.5 miles. For out-of-state witnesses, see UIDDA.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Paint Township
ZIP codes 45123, 45133 and 45612. Neighbors: Madison, Marshall, Liberty, Brushcreek and Penn townships in Highland County, and Paint Township in Ross County. Highland County.
Paint Township Process Server FAQ
How do I serve a township?
Civ.R. 4.2 names a trustee, the township clerk and the county prosecutor.
How long do I have to serve?
Six months, under Civ.R. 4(E).
What if the mailed summons comes back unclaimed?
Ordinary mail is available from the clerk on written request (Civ.R. 4.6).