Louisiana Motion to Appoint Special Process Server
What this document covers
The Motion to Appoint Special Process Server is a legal document used when a defendant needs to ensure that certain witnesses are served with subpoenas in a timely manner. This form requests the court to appoint a special process server instead of relying on the local Sheriff's Office, which may not have sufficient time to complete the task. This motion is particularly useful in cases where urgency in serving legal documents is paramount.
What’s included in this form
- Judicial district court identification.
- Name of the defendant and opposing party.
- Specific witnesses to be served with subpoenas.
- Request for appointment of a special process server.
- Order section for the courtâs approval and appointment details.
- Certificate of service to opposing counsel.
When to use this document
This form is appropriate to use when a defendant realizes there is not enough time for the Sheriff's Office to serve subpoenas on key witnesses. Situations might include imminent trial dates, time-sensitive legal procedures, or when the location of witnesses is uncertain, necessitating immediate and alternative service methods.
Intended users of this form
- Defendants in legal proceedings requiring witness testimony.
- Attorneys representing defendants who need to manage time-sensitive serving of subpoenas.
- Individuals involved in civil or criminal cases where witness service is crucial.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify the judicial district court and the relevant parish.
- Fill in the names of all parties involved in the case.
- Specify the witnesses' names who need to be served.
- Request the appointment of a specific individual as the special process server.
- Obtain the signature of the district judge to finalize the appointment.
- Include a certificate of service to confirm that all opposing counsel has been notified.
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This form usually doesn’t need to be notarized. However, local laws or specific transactions may require it. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you complete it remotely through a secure video session, available 24/7.
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Common mistakes to avoid
- Including witnesses not relevant to the case.
- Failing to properly identify the judicial district and court.
- Neglecting to obtain the judge's signature on the order.
- Not providing the correct number of copies to serve opposing counsel.
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FAQ
Can Someone Refuse to Be Served Papers? No, in California a person cannot refuse to accept service. If we can identify a person on whom legal service can be made either personally or by sub-service and they refuse to accept the documents, we can absolutely still serve them.
You must allow Process Servers Zone 7 to 10 days from the time the Process Server receives the documents, for the documents to be served. If you require the documents to be served within 7 to 10 days you must select urgent service when paying and your documents will be given priority. What is Urgent Service?
It is not illegal to avoid service of process. In most cases, however, service is inevitable. As Mr. Alexander notes, if you avoid service long enough, the plaintiff may still serve you by publication in most cases.
On average on-boarding takes 3-5 days which includes filling out paperwork, taking our process server orientation course and submitting a background check.
Generally, process servers make at least three attempts to serve somebody. These attempts are normally made at different times of day and on different days to maximize our chance of serving the papers.
Can Someone Refuse to Be Served Papers? No, in California a person cannot refuse to accept service. If we can identify a person on whom legal service can be made either personally or by sub-service and they refuse to accept the documents, we can absolutely still serve them.
What Can a Judge Do if I Avoid Being Served? If they are avoiding a process server, a judge may allow the papers to be left at their home or business with any competent person over the age of 18. A judge may also allow the summons to be mailed to their home or business address via certified mail.
Louisiana doesn't license private process servers, but you may require court appointment to become a process server in Louisiana. In most cases, service is made by the local sheriff's office, or any private individual appointed by the court.
