Tuscarawas Township reaches across four ZIP codes in Stark County, a spread that gives a process server plenty of ground when delivering summonses, complaints, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers. Place an order on the order page. For a first attempt within 5 business days, Standard Service costs $185. For a first attempt within 48 hours, Rush Service costs $225. 24-Hour Service runs $265 and aims for a first attempt within 24 hours. Delivered papers produce a signed proof of service sent by email.
What a Process Server Costs in Tuscarawas Township
Compare the choices by urgency. Standard Service ($185) is for papers with time to spare: first attempt within 5 business days. Rush Service ($225) is for tighter schedules: first attempt within 48 hours. 24-Hour Service ($265) is the quickest, aimed at a first attempt within 24 hours; the rates page names Akron among the practical areas and does not promise the speed for any address, so submission time and server availability decide. Extra attempts, when needed, are $25 each. Rates.
Stark County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
The clerk handles the default mailing. Only a written request for personal or residence service sends the papers to the sheriff, a municipal bailiff or a court-designated server.
Who May Serve Papers in Stark County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Not every adult is eligible to serve, and a party to the case never is. Civ.R. 4.1 lets the clerk mail process, then permits personal or residence service by the sheriff of the county where the party lives, a municipal court's bailiff, or a person designated by the court after an oath. Papers may be served anywhere in Ohio (Civ.R. 4.6(A)), and the server has 28 days. Our sheriff versus private server comparison helps pick.
Tuscarawas Township Courts and the Stark County Courthouse
The Stark County Courthouse, 101 West Tuscarawas Street, Canton, OH 44702, houses the Court of Common Pleas and is 11.3 miles from the township in a straight line. Lower-level civil, small claims and evictions are heard in municipal or county courts; the clerk of the court where you file confirms 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 Tuscarawas Township
Before filing
Three days is the minimum gap between the landlord's written notice to leave and the filing (R.C. 1923.04). It can go by certified mail, by hand or at the home, and it must include statutory language; the eviction guide explains.
After filing
R.C. 1923.06 requires the eviction summons to be served at least seven days ahead of trial. The clerk can describe the method.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Tuscarawas Township
For subpoenas, Civ.R. 45(B) allows a sheriff, bailiff, coroner, clerk, constable, attorney or court-designated person to serve, and a return is filed. A document-only witness has 14 days after service to object in writing. Hospitals: Aultman Hospital, 2600 Sixth Street Sw, Canton, OH 44710, (330) 363-9911, 9.8 miles; Aultman Orrville Hospital, 832 South Main Street, Orrville, OH 44667, (330) 682-3010, 10.0 miles; Mercy Medical Center, 1320 Mercy Drive Nw, Canton, OH 44708, (330) 489-1111, 10.4 miles. Out of state: UIDDA.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Tuscarawas Township
ZIP codes 44618, 44647, 44662 and 44666. The city of Massillon, Sugar Creek Township, Lawrence Township and Perry Township are in Stark County; Sugar Creek Township and Baughman Township are in Wayne County. See Stark County.
Tuscarawas Township Process Server FAQ
What if I cannot find the defendant?
Civ.R. 4.4 permits publication after a diligence affidavit, weekly for six weeks in a county newspaper.
Why did my summons come back unclaimed?
On written request, Civ.R. 4.6 lets the clerk try again by ordinary mail.
How do I serve a business?
See Civ.R. 4.2: agent, officer or manager, or clerk mail to the usual place of business.