Tiltonsville, a Jefferson County village of 1,259 people with a police department listed in its name, is covered by a process server who can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers ordered at the order page. A 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 Tiltonsville
The county seat of Steubenville is 13.7 miles away in a straight line, so the village sits well out. With a deadline a week or more away, Standard Service at $185 gives a first attempt within 5 business days. If the deadline is closer, Rush Service at $225 gives one within 48 hours. 24-Hour Service at $265 aims within 24 hours and carries no promise, because the rates page ties it to the biggest metro areas and early orders. An unsuccessful delivery can be followed by another attempt at $25 per attempt (rates).
Jefferson County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
The clerk sends certified mail unless the plaintiff asks for more. A written request brings the sheriff, a bailiff or a court-named server to the door.
Who May Serve Papers in Jefferson County: Clerk, Sheriff or Designated Server
When a certified-mail summons fails, Civ.R. 4.1 has the clerk notify the plaintiff, and the plaintiff may then request personal or residence service. That service goes to the sheriff, a municipal court bailiff or a court-named person, and process may be served anywhere in Ohio.
Tiltonsville Courts and the Jefferson County Courthouse
The Jefferson County Courthouse, 301 Market Street, Steubenville, houses Common Pleas. Small claims, evictions and other lower-level civil cases belong to a municipal or county court, and the filing clerk can identify the right one for a Tiltonsville address.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Tiltonsville
Landlords must put the tenant on written notice to leave at least three days before filing (R.C. 1923.04), and must see the filed summons served at least seven days before trial (R.C. 1923.06). The eviction guide describes the notice.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Tiltonsville
Tiltonsville Police Department, 123 Grandview Avenue, Tiltonsville, (740) 859-2730, comes from a 2008 federal survey, so confirm with the department before sending a records subpoena. East Ohio Regional Hospital, 90 North Fourth Street, Martins Ferry, (740) 633-1100, is only 5.3 miles away; Trinity Medical Ctr East and West, 380 Summit Avenue, Steubenville, (740) 264-7212, is 13.3 miles away, and Harrison Community Hospital in Cadiz 16.0 miles.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Tiltonsville
Mail uses ZIP 43943 or 43963. Warren Township, 1.9 miles away, is in Jefferson County; Martins Ferry (5.0 miles) and Pease Township (6.0) are in Belmont County.
Tiltonsville 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 for up to a year after an application and oath, as Civ.R. 4.1(D) and (E) describe.
What if I cannot find the defendant?
Once an affidavit shows the residence is unknown despite reasonable diligence, Civ.R. 4.4 allows publication.
How long do I have to get the defendant served after filing?
Six months from the filing of the complaint under Civ.R. 4(E).