Obstacles Private Process Servers Face

A private process server has a job that is sometimes difficult. There are several situations in which a private process server might come up against an obstacle that would stop the average person. Instead, process servers navigate these obstacles with ease most of the time, depending on the situation. Here are some common obstacles and how they are addressed.

Trespassing

If someone has “no trespassing” signs on their property, a civilian cannot legally go on their property. Although they are performing a service for the courts, private process servers are still civilians. This means that they cannot go onto these properties. There are other ways to serve the papers, however. They might be able to serve the papers at their place of employment or another scheduled activity.

Moved

Sometimes it happens that an individual moves between the time of the incident and the time of the court filing. When that happens, you may not have an updated address for the respondent. Private process servers have several tools at their disposal to track down the new address for these individuals. If they cannot find a new address, they will be able to find and serve them at work or other activities.

Confirm Identity

In order for someone to be served, the process server has to be able to confirm the identity of the person they are handing the papers to. If the process server has a picture of the respondent, they will be able to make a positive identification. If not, they must rely on the honesty of the person they are talking to about their identity. Many people take advantage of this by lying about who they are. A process server can ask for identification for verification, or they can obtain a photograph so that they can make a visual confirmation.

If you are looking for a good private process server who faces these and other obstacles with ease, contact us today for more information or to get started.