Pebble Township, Pike County, covers ZIP codes 45661 and 45690 and lies 6.7 miles from the courthouse in Waverly, and a process server there can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers ordered at the order form. A first attempt is scheduled within 5 business days with Standard Service ($185), within 48 hours with Rush Service ($225), and within 24 hours, if it can be arranged, with 24-Hour Service ($265). A signed proof of service goes to your email after delivery succeeds.
What a Process Server Costs in Pebble Township
Pike County is outside the six areas the rates page names for 24-hour work, which puts $265 in the category of ask first: the first attempt within 24 hours is not promised and depends on submission time and server availability. For plans that need firm timing, choose Standard Service at $185 or Rush Service at $225. Further attempts are $25 each. See rates.
Pike County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
Out of the Pike County clerk's office, a summons ordinarily goes by certified mail. The sheriff, a municipal bailiff or a court-designated server delivers only after the plaintiff files a written request for personal or residence service.
Who May Serve Papers in Pike County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Serving in Pike County means following Civ.R. 4.1's ladder. Rung one is clerk mail. Rung two, after a written request, is the sheriff or a municipal bailiff. Rung three is a person designated by court order, who has 28 days to complete service or return the process with the reasons. Our Civ.R. 4.1 explainer has the text.
Pebble Township Courts and the Pike County Courthouse
The Pike County Courthouse, 100 East 2nd Street, Waverly, OH 45690, hears Common Pleas cases and sits about 6.7 miles from Pebble Township. Small claims, evictions and other lower-level civil cases go to a municipal or county court, and the filing clerk can say which one covers an address. Municipal courts generally hear claims up to $15,000, small claims up to $6,000.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Pebble Township
A written notice to leave must reach the tenant at least three days before the landlord files (R.C. 1923.04), by certified mail, by hand or at the home. The eviction guide covers content. The summons in the filed case must be served at least seven days before trial (R.C. 1923.06).
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Pebble Township
Adena Pike Medical Center, 100 Dawn Lane, Waverly, OH 45690, (740) 947-2186, is 5.6 miles away, and Chillicothe Va Medical Center, 17273 State Route 104, Chillicothe, OH 45601, (740) 773-1141, is 18.3 miles. Civ.R. 45(B) says who may serve a subpoena. For another state's subpoena, see UIDDA.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Pebble Township
ZIP codes 45661 and 45690. Pee Pee, Benton, Newton and Sunfish townships are neighbors in Pike County, and Huntington and Twin townships are in Ross County. See the Pike County page.
Pebble Township Process Server FAQ
What if my mail summons is refused?
Request ordinary mail from the clerk in writing under Civ.R. 4.6.
How are townships served?
A trustee, the clerk or the county prosecutor (Civ.R. 4.2).
How long to serve?
Six months, per Civ.R. 4(E).