What is this note in my door? Read on to learn more.
Q: Why was this card in my door?
A: A Process Server is attempting to serve you with legal documents. It is very important that you call me as soon as possible.
Q: What is a Process Server?
A: A process server is a legal professional who delivers legal documents to individuals or businesses involved in a court case or other legal action.
Q: The person named on the card doesn’t live here, what should I do?
A: Please give me a call or text and let me know that person doesn’t live there anymore. If you know the person, please let them know that I’m looking for them and they should give me a call.
Q: What are these documents?
A: I cannot talk about any legal matters over the phone, I can say that something has been filed in court that you should be aware of.
Q: Who are you? Who do you work for?
A: I am a Private Process Server. I work directly with Lawyers and Government Agencies. State and Federal law allows me to serve legal documents on behalf of the courts.
Q: Is this a scam?
A: No, it isn’t all I will ask for is a place to meet or when you might be home. I will never ask for money or property unless specifically ordered to do so in a court order. I can meet you at a time and place that makes you comfortable.
(I may ask for a current address at the time of service if we meet somewhere other than your house. If there is any change in the documents, court dates, etc… they will be mailed to the address where service took place unless another address is provided.)
Q: What happens if I avoid service?
A: This depends on the case but below are some of the possible consequences of avoiding the service of process.
- The judge may order that you pay for any additional money I may charge while attempting to locate and serve you. This could be into the thousands of dollars.
- The case against you will not disappear just because I can’t find you within a certain amount of time. If I am unable to serve you, service may be perfected by other means.
- In some Jurisdictions avoiding, lying to, or misleading a process server is a crime, and you could face criminal charges.
Q: Can you help me understand the documents?
A: No, I cannot offer any advice on legal matters.
Q: Is there a time you can’t attempt service?
A: In Tennessee service is not allowed on Sundays, other than that I can attempt service at any time. Except for certain circumstances I try to stop attempting service around 9PM.
The information contained in this site is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice on any subject matter.