Warren Township, Washington County, is unincorporated, so a process server taking papers there is working a township, with the county seat of Marietta close by. Summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers can be ordered online, with Standard, Rush and 24-Hour options, and a signed proof of service is emailed after a successful delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Warren Township
On the rates page, Standard Service is listed at $185 with a first attempt within 5 business days. For $225, Rush Service advances the first attempt to within 48 hours. The top tier, 24-Hour Service, is $265 and aims at a first attempt within 24 hours, but it is not promised, and availability here turns on submission time and who is free nearby. If a delivery fails, additional attempts run $25 per attempt.
Washington County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
Clerk-mailed certified mail is the default for a summons. Only a written plaintiff request for personal or residence service sends the papers to the sheriff, a municipal-court bailiff or a court-designated server. The Washington County page has more.
Who May Serve Papers in Washington County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
The clerk's certified mail, with a signed return receipt, is Civ.R. 4.1's starting point. Personal and residence service come next, only on written request. Whoever carries them out is the county sheriff, a municipal-court bailiff for defendants in that court's territory, or a person designated by court order who meets 4.1(D), such as being 18 or older, not a party, and holding valid photo ID.
Warren Township Courts and the Washington County Courthouse
The Washington County Courthouse, 205 Putnam Street, Marietta, OH 45750, hosts the Court of Common Pleas and is 4.4 miles from the township in a straight line. Cases at the lower level, whether civil, small claims or eviction, go to a municipal or county court, and the clerk of that court can say whether it covers a given address.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Warren Township
Eviction starts with written notice to leave, at least three days before the landlord files, with the content spelled out in the eviction guide. After filing, the summons has to be served at least seven days before the trial.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Warren Township
Only two hospitals appear in the listing: Marietta Memorial Hospital, 401 Matthew Street, Marietta, OH 45750, (740) 374-1400, 4.2 miles away, and Selby General Hospital, 1106 Colegate Drive, Marietta, OH 45750, (740) 568-2000, 5.4 miles away. Subpoenas must be served by someone Civ.R. 45(B) lists, with a return filed afterward. An out-of-state subpoena goes to the clerk where discovery is sought and is reissued by that clerk under R.C. 2319.09. No township police department is listed.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Warren Township
ZIPs 45729 and 45750 serve the township. Marietta, Barlow Township, Muskingum Township, Watertown Township, Dunham Township and Marietta Township are the neighbors.
Warren Township Process Server FAQ
How long do I have to get the defendant served?
Six months from filing, under Civ.R. 4(E), unless good cause is shown.
What if I cannot find the defendant?
Civ.R. 4.4 publication, once a week for six weeks, after an affidavit.
How do I serve a business or a township?
Civ.R. 4.2 sets different targets for each, such as an agent or officer for a business and a trustee for a township.