Union Township in Highland County reaches three ZIP codes and sits 7.0 miles from the courthouse in Hillsboro, and a process server there can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers. The online form has Standard, Rush and 24-Hour tiers, and a signed proof of service is emailed after a successful delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Union Township
Pay $185 for Standard Service and expect a first attempt within 5 business days. Pay $225 for Rush Service and expect a first attempt within 48 hours. Pay $265 for 24-Hour Service and aim for a first attempt within 24 hours, which depends on submission time and server availability in the area. If delivery fails, each added attempt is $25. The rates page lists everything, and you can order there.
Highland County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
The clerk starts with mail, certified. After a written plaintiff request, a sheriff, municipal bailiff or court-designated server makes the delivery by hand.
Who May Serve Papers in Highland County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
The requirements for a court-designated server in Civ.R. 4.1(D) are specific: at least 18, no tie to the case, U.S. citizen or legal resident, valid photo ID, and a clean ten-year record for felonies and dishonesty offenses. Sheriffs and municipal bailiffs serve without that application. Either way, a written request comes first. Ask the clerk what your court requires.
Union Township Courts and the Highland County Courthouse
In Union Township, 1,941 people live outside any city or village. The Highland County Courthouse, 105 North High Street, Hillsboro, OH 45133, houses the Court of Common Pleas and is 7.0 miles away. Lower-level civil, small claims and eviction cases are heard in a municipal or county court, and the filing clerk can confirm which.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Union Township
An eviction in Union Township starts with the landlord's written notice to leave, due at least three days before filing (R.C. 1923.04) and deliverable by certified mail, in hand or at the home. See the eviction guide. Then the summons must be served at least seven days before trial (R.C. 1923.06).
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Union Township
Highland District Hospital, 1275 North High Street, Hillsboro, OH 45133, (937) 393-6100, is 6.5 miles away; Trihealth Clinton Regional Hospital, 610 West Main Street, Wilmington, OH 45177, (937) 382-9335, is 14.4 miles away; and Greenfield Area Medical Center, 550 Mirabeau Street, Greenfield, OH 45123, (937) 981-9400, is 18.9 miles away. Civ.R. 45(B) controls who serves a subpoena. For out-of-state witnesses, see UIDDA.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Union Township
The township reaches ZIP codes 45133, 45142 and 45159. Dodson, Penn and New Market townships are neighbors in Highland County, while New Vienna, a village 4.9 miles away, and Clark and Green townships are in Clinton County. See the Highland County page.
Union Township Process Server FAQ
What if I cannot find the defendant?
Civ.R. 4.4 lets you move for publication on an affidavit.
Who can personally serve a summons in Ohio?
Civ.R. 4.1 allows sheriffs, municipal bailiffs and court-designated people.