Tuscarawas, a village in Tuscarawas County with its own police department on the federal list, is a short 7.3 miles from the county courthouse, and a process server can be ordered online for its summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers. Three ZIP codes touch it, you choose Standard, Rush or 24-Hour, and a signed proof of service is emailed after a successful delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Tuscarawas
The least expensive option is Standard Service, $185, and its first attempt is made within 5 business days. Rush Service, $225, quickens that to a first attempt within 48 hours. 24-Hour Service, $265, is aimed at a first attempt within 24 hours, though submission time and server availability in the area decide. Extra attempts for a delivery that could not be completed are $25 each. The rates page and the order form have the specifics.
Tuscarawas County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
Certified mail from the clerk starts a typical case. If the plaintiff writes to the clerk asking for personal or residence service, the sheriff, a municipal-court bailiff or a court-designated server takes the papers.
Who May Serve Papers in Tuscarawas County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Civ.R. 4.1 puts mail in the clerk's hands and hand delivery in the hands of the sheriff of the county where the party lives or is found, a municipal bailiff, or a court-designated person. A written request from the plaintiff is what moves a case from the first track to the second.
Tuscarawas Courts and the Tuscarawas County Courthouse
The Tuscarawas County Courthouse, 101 East High Avenue, New Philadelphia, OH 44663, houses Common Pleas and is 7.3 miles from the village. Smaller civil matters, small claims and evictions included, are heard in a municipal or county court, and the clerk where you file can say which court covers an address.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Tuscarawas
Under R.C. 1923.04, a landlord must give written notice to leave at least three days before filing an eviction, and the notice may go by certified mail, by hand or to the home. What the notice must say is covered in the eviction guide. Then, after filing, R.C. 1923.06 sets a seven-day minimum between summons service and trial.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Tuscarawas
A federal directory lists the Tuscarawas Police Department at 522 East Cherry Street, Tuscarawas, OH 44682, (740) 922-2495, so confirm with the department before sending a records subpoena. Hospitals begin close by with Twin City Medical Center (819 North First Street, Dennison, OH 44621, (740) 922-2800), 3.2 miles away, then Union Hospital (659 Boulevard, Dover, OH 44622, (330) 343-3311) at 9.0 miles and Harrison Community Hospital (951 East Market Street, Cadiz, OH 43907, (740) 942-8625) at 23.9 miles. Whoever serves a subpoena must be among the Civ.R. 45(B) persons, and UIDDA is how witnesses in other states are reached.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Tuscarawas
The village's ZIP codes are 44629, 44682 and 44683. Warwick Township, 1.5 miles away, Uhrichsville, a city 2.6 miles away, and Gnadenhutten, a village 2.7 miles away, are all in Tuscarawas County. The Tuscarawas County page has more.
Tuscarawas Process Server FAQ
Why did my certified-mail summons come back unclaimed or refused?
The clerk tells the plaintiff, and on written request mails again by ordinary mail with a certificate of mailing (Civ.R. 4.6).
How do I serve a business or a village?
Civ.R. 4.2 lists agents, officers and managers for businesses and the responsible officer or solicitor for a village.
How long do I have to get the defendant served after filing?
Six months, per Civ.R. 4(E), with room for good cause.