Paris Township, Portage County, spans three ZIP codes and sits 10.7 miles from the courthouse in Ravenna, and a process server there delivers summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers. Orders go through the online page. The tier controls turnaround, and a signed proof of service is emailed after any successful delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Paris Township
At the entry level, Standard Service is $185 and its first attempt takes place within 5 business days. A step up, Rush Service is $225 with a first attempt within 48 hours. At the top, 24-Hour Service is $265 and aims at 24 hours, which is not promised and depends on submission time and servers available in the area. Extra attempts, if needed, cost $25 each. The rates page has the details.
Portage County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
Clerk mail is the default; a written plaintiff's request for personal or residence service moves the papers to the sheriff, a municipal-court bailiff or a court-designated server.
Who May Serve Papers in Portage County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Think about what happens after a failed mailing. Civ.R. 4.6 has the clerk notify the plaintiff, and the plaintiff can ask for ordinary mail or for personal service under Civ.R. 4.1. Ordinary mail service is complete when the mailing is entered of record. The sheriff or a court-designated person handles the personal route. The Ohio sheriff guide compares the two.
Paris Township Courts and the Portage County Courthouse
Paris Township has trustees and no court. The Portage County Courthouse, 203 West Main Street, Ravenna, OH 44266, houses Common Pleas and is 10.7 miles away. A municipal or county court handles lower-level civil, small claims and eviction cases, and the clerk where a case is filed can confirm which one covers an address.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Paris Township
An eviction cannot be filed until at least three days after the landlord's written notice to leave (R.C. 1923.04). The eviction guide covers the notice. Once filed, the summons must be served at least seven days before trial.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Paris Township
The nearest hospital is University Hospitals Portage Medical Center, 6847 N Chestnut, Ravenna, OH 44266, (330) 297-2300, at 10.8 miles; Insight Hospital And Medical Center Trumbull, 1350 East Market Street, Warren, OH 44482, (330) 841-9011, comes next at 13.1. Subpoena servers must fit within Civ.R. 45(B). For out-of-state witnesses, see the UIDDA article.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Paris Township
ZIP codes 44266, 44285 and 44444 apply. In Portage County, Windham Township is 3.1 miles away, Charlestown Township 5.2, Palmyra Township 5.9, Freedom Township 7.0 and Edinburg Township 7.6. Newton Township in Trumbull County is 4.7 miles away.
Paris Township Process Server FAQ
How do I serve a township?
Trustees, the township clerk and the county prosecutor are the Civ.R. 4.2 choices.
What if I cannot find the defendant?
Civ.R. 4.4 allows publication on affidavit.
How long do I have to serve?
Six months under Civ.R. 4(E).