Utica, a Licking County village of 2,067 that also reaches into Knox County, has its own police department, and a process server there can deliver summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers. Online orders come in Standard, Rush and 24-Hour speeds, and a signed proof of service is emailed after a successful delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Utica
On the price list, Standard Service, $185, means a first attempt within 5 business days, and Rush Service, $225, means a first attempt within 48 hours. The 24-Hour tier, 24-Hour Service, $265, is for a first attempt within 24 hours, with success resting on submission time and who can serve in the area. Where delivery fails, a repeat attempt is $25. The rates page lists it all.
Licking County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
A clerk mails the summons unless the plaintiff files for something else. Personal or residence service then goes to the sheriff, a municipal-court bailiff or a court-designated server.
Who May Serve Papers in Licking County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Because Utica straddles Licking and Knox counties, the county where the defendant lives or may be found determines which sheriff receives the process under Civ.R. 4.1. That step comes only after a written request; otherwise the clerk mails. A court may name a person for up to a year if they swear to meeting the requirements. Ask the clerk what your court requires. The sheriff and private server comparison has more.
Utica Courts and the Licking County Courthouse
The Licking County Courthouse, 1 Courthouse Square, Newark, OH 43055, is 12.6 miles from Utica and houses the Court of Common Pleas. Because part of the village lies in Knox County, ask the clerk where the case is filed which municipal or county court covers an address. Small claims and evictions go to those lower courts.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Utica
R.C. 1923.04 makes a landlord deliver written notice to leave at least three days before filing. Certified mail, hand delivery or leaving it at the home are all allowed. Our eviction guide describes the content, and R.C. 1923.06 sets seven days as the latest for serving the summons before trial.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Utica
The Utica Police Department, 39 Spring Street, Utica, OH 43080, (740) 892-2211, comes from a federal directory, so confirm with the department before sending a records subpoena. Knox Community Hospital, 1330 Coshocton Road, Mount Vernon, OH 43050, (740) 393-9000, is 11.4 miles away; Licking Memorial Hospital, 1320 West Main Street, Newark, OH 43055, (740) 348-4000, is 13.2 miles away. Civ.R. 45(B) lists who may serve; for other states use UIDDA.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Utica
Utica's ZIP is 43080. Burlington Township is in Licking County, while Morgan Township and Clay Township are in Knox County. See the Licking County page.
Utica Process Server FAQ
Why did my certified-mail summons come back unclaimed?
Under Civ.R. 4.6, ask the clerk in writing to resend by ordinary mail.
How long do I have to get the defendant served after filing?
You have six months, with a good-cause exception under Civ.R. 4(E).