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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
What Papers are Served by Process Servers?
The United States Constitution requires that all legal defendants receive due process. Part of that due process is to be notified about any upcoming hearings or court dates with enough time for the defendant to prepare a defense. Process servers help make sure your case is legally compliant by notifying defendants or any other relevant […]
Can Process Servers Serve Paperwork Through Social Media
Traditionally, the service of the process requires papers to be served in person. But in today’s world that is so heavily driven and influenced by social media, judges allow social media service of process with more frequency. The Evolution of Social Media Facebook and Twitter began as sites for college students interested in alternative ways […]
Should I Hire a Process Server?
Process servers carry out many vital tasks that keep our judicial system running, though they aren’t always appreciated. Individuals and lawyers alike rely upon process servers to serve their court papers in an expedient and legally upheld manner. If you’re wondering if you should hire a process server or simply use the local sheriff, here’s […]
Signs in Spotting a Fake Process Server
Scammers take every possible opportunity to swindle people out of their data and money. This is even true in the world of process serving. Ensure you can recognize the signs of a fake process server so that your private information doesn’t end up in the wrong hands. They Ask for Money Process servers are paid […]
How To Find a Missing Person Who Needs to Be Served
Not everybody who needs to be served can be easily found. This is why process servers use debtor and fugitive recovery techniques like skip tracing. Such techniques uncover information about a person’s whereabouts in order to serve them papers without further delay. The Basics of Skip Tracing The phrase “to skip down” serves as the […]
Landlords and Eviction Papers: What you need to know
With all of the up in arms over the pandemic, the challenges faced by both tenants and landlords, and the local, state, and federal moratoriums on evictions and foreclosures, it’s no wonder that Floridians are confused about the state of being served eviction papers. Here’s what you need to know. You can still serve 3-day […]
