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What Kinds of Papers do Process Servers Serve?

From complex criminal cases to small claims court, court paperwork is always on the move. Process servers are crucial to the functioning of this system, making sure vital paperwork makes it to its intended recipient before the deadline. This ensures that the court schedule flows smoothly and cases don’t get backed up due to lack of notification. But exactly what types of papers do process servers deliver? In this post, we’ll go over some of the most common types of paperwork that process servers deal with here in Florida.

Summons and Complaints

Summons and complaints are probably the most common types of court paperwork, known as process, delivered by process servers. These documents set the foundation for a civil lawsuit by detailing where the case has been filed, when the upcoming court hearing is scheduled, and what exactly the case involves. Without formal delivery of the summons and complaint, a civil lawsuit cannot proceed. Continue reading