
Accurate Serve Port St Lucie
How Can a Process Server Help Me?
If you represent a law firm, you have surely considered hiring a private process service agency. Maybe you’ve wondered if private process servers have any benefits over just using the local sheriff’s department? Perhaps you’ve heard stories from other attorneys about their experiences and wonder if private process servers really make things that easy.
The truth is, when you have a steady stream of cases flowing in and out of your firm, you need an easy and reliable way to track all of the process service for your cases. A quality process service agency, like Accurate Serve® of Port St. Lucie, Okeechobee, Stuart, and Vero Beach, provides just that. Using Accurate Serve® for all of your firm’s process service needs will: Continue reading
November Newsletter 2021
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Important Tips on Serving Papers Safely
Service of process is one of the most important roles here in Florida’s legal system, yet process servers often face aggression and hostility due to the nature of the work. Recipients of the process can be quite unreceptive and may project their anger about the court case onto the messenger. Thus, process servers must be extra diligent about safety while working in the community.
If you are a process server working in Florida, follow these three tips to stay safe: Continue reading
October Newsletter 2021
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What are Process Servers NOT Authorized to do?
Following all of the laws and regulations relevant to serving process is essential here in Florida. Mistakes in service of process can have devastating effects on your case, including giving the opposing party grounds for dismissal. Knowing what actions to avoid while the serving process ensures that servers will not damage their client’s case or reputation.
Florida’s 19th Judicial Circuit governs private process servers in St. Lucie, Martin, Indian River, and Okeechobee counties. The courts establish strict standards for behavior and actions for all process servers and do not allow anyone to serve process without first being approved and certified by a judge in the 19th circuit. The certification process includes mandatory training on all laws and rules related to the serving process in Port St. Lucie and surrounding areas, and the passage of an exam to prove the potential server’s knowledge of the content. If a process server is found to be violating the law while serving process, their certification may be revoked, and depending on the severity of the violation, they may be permanently banned from serving process anywhere in Florida. Continue reading
September Newsletter 2021
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How to Tell if a Process Server is Legitimate
You must use a certified private process server in Port St. Lucie. If you use an uncertified process server, you are risking having your entire case dismissed due to improper service. You can identify illegitimate process servers and avoid future problems by following these tips:
Ask for proof of certification
All private process servers in St. Lucie County must be certified by Florida’s 19th Judicial Circuit or by the local Sheriff’s office. The 19th Judicial Circuit also covers Martin, Okeechobee, and Indian River counties, so process servers certified by the circuit can serve process in all four counties. On the other hand, process servers certified by the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s office can only serve process here in St. Lucie county. Continue reading
August Newsletter 2021
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The Difference Between Using a Private Process Server v.s. the Local Sheriff
In Florida, you must use either the local sheriff’s department or a certified private process server to deliver all your case related documents to interested parties. But, how do you know when to use the sheriff’s department versus a private process server? Some types of process, like arrest warrants, must be served by a sheriff’s deputy. However, using a private process server to deliver the types of process which they are permitted to serve is a smart move. Here, we will discuss the benefits of hiring a private process server as opposed to the sheriff. Continue reading
Ways to Stay Safe While Serving Papers
It’s no secret that process servers have a risky job. However, experienced process servers know how to reduce the risks by using best safety practices. This is especially necessary when in unfamiliar areas or serving processes for violence-related cases. Try out these tips to stay safe while serving process here in the Sunshine State:
Be prepared
The most successful process servers always come prepared. Gather as much information as possible about your target before you step out the door. Thanks to the internet and social media, tons of information about almost anyone is available at the click of your mouse. Before attempting service, collect these facts at a minimum: Continue reading