The Importance of Timeliness in Process Serving
Delivering legal documents on time to the correct person(s) or business isn’t just a nicety…it’s the law. At Accurate Serve of Charlotte, we know how important it is to be timely in all areas of process serving. We serve process in both North Carolina and South Carolina, specializing in timely, professional service that meets all legal requirements. You’ll never have to worry about late service derailing your case when you choose Accurate Serve!
The Legality of Timely Process Service
Timeliness in process serving is required by both federal and state laws. Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule 4, specifies that a defendant must be served within 90 days after the complaint has been filed in federal court. This rule provides a clear timeframe to ensure that the legal process is not hindered by delays, but this only applies to federal court cases. Each state has their own set of laws governing deadlines on process service.
In North Carolina, summons typically must be served within 60 days of filing with the applicable court. In South Carolina you’ll have a bit more time, as most cases typically give 120 to serve the summons. No matter what the deadline is, it is crucial that the process server meets it so as to not cause issues with the case. Improper process service has unhinged many a court case, causing anything from delays to outright dismissal. No matter what the consequence, it is guaranteed to cost the offending party extra money as they grapple with more attorney fees, more court costs, and even possible fines.
Timeliness as a Constitutional Right
Timeliness is such an important aspect of process service that it is mentioned not once, but twice, in the U.S. Constitution. Both the fifth and fourteenth amendments outline the critical nature of proper notification of court proceedings as a part of due process. This guarantees that defendants will know of the accusations against them in time to prepare a reasonable defense, and also prevents cases from moving forward without a defendant’s knowledge.
Our Commitment to Timeliness
At Accurate Serve, we are deeply committed to timeliness in all our services, including process service, document retrieval, skip tracing, and diligent searches. We make sure that documents are served as efficiently and quickly as possible, using the latest strategies and technology to help streamline the process. We understand that our role is crucial in moving court cases forward, and we take this responsibility very seriously. Our extensive knowledge of federal and state laws, combined with our commitment to excellence, makes us a trusted partner in the legal community for both individuals and legal firms.
Trust Accurate Serve of Charlotte for Timely Process Service
We cannot stress enough the importance of timeliness in process serving. This fundamental concept is supported by the U.S. Constitution and is a core tenet of the American legal system. At Accurate Serve of Charlotte, we are committed to providing the Carolinas with professional, reliable, and timely process service and other legal support services. If you need quality process service in North or South Carolina, including the Charlotte metro area, call us at 704-858-2952 or send us a work request online.