(b) Mail a copy of the Affidavit and Summons to the defendant by any method that
requires the defendant to acknowledge receipt with a signature. (Examples are
registered or certified mail with. return receipt signed by addressee only or a
commercial courier service that will return a receipt signed by the addressee only.)
The date of service is the date the defendant signs the receipt. Note that this
method of service is effective only if the defendant is willing to sign the receipt.
(4) Proof of Service of Affidavit and Summons
If a sheriff, constable or private process server serves the Affidavit and Summons
on the defendant, that person will complete and file a Proof of Service.
If you serve the Affidavit and Summons on the defendant by mail or commercial
courier, you must complete and file the Proof of Service form and attach the
original signed receipt.
Print your name and contact information at the top of the first page. Check
whether you are the plaintiff or the attorney for the plaintiff.
Complete the heading exactly as it appears in the Affidavit.
Print the name and address of each person served.
Check whether service was by mail or a commercial courier.
Print the date that the defendant signed the receipt.
Attach the original receipt.
Date and sign the form.
File the form and receipt within 10 days after service. If the form is not filed and
the other party fails to appear at trial, the judge will not grant a default judgment.
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