The court usually makes this decision soon after the request is filed. It's like a quick pit stop before getting back on the legal racetrack.
If the court agrees, then the clock stops ticking on the serving process. The case will be on hold until the court decides to move forward. Consider it a temporary safe harbor in the stormy seas of litigation.
Generally, they won’t know unless the court decides to tell them or if it becomes relevant to the case. It’s sort of like keeping a secret until the time is right.
The length of time can vary; it's typically at the court’s discretion. It might be a few weeks or longer depending on the situation. Think of it as waiting for the right moment to jump into action.
There could be various reasons, like needing more time to gather evidence or to negotiate a settlement without rushing into formal legal proceedings. It’s often to keep things friendly before the legal gloves come off.
Typically, the person bringing the lawsuit or their attorney can ask the court to withhold the service. It’s like having a pause button on the whole legal game.
Withholding issuance of service of process means that the court has decided not to start the official procedure to notify someone of a legal action against them. It’s like putting a hold on the legal papers until further notice.