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What to Ask Your Process Server Before Hiring

Even though all private process servers have to register with the courts, being certified doesn’t mean that they have the same talent and qualifications as all other process servers. The difference between service companies is more than just price. Here are some things you should ask your process server before hiring to make sure you are using a service that will be beneficial. How many years of experience does the process server/company have? If a particular process server will be

Beau Charlet June 15, 2020

June Newsletter 2020

Message from the Founder Staying Ahead of the Competition What is a RON? RON = Remote Online Notary As of January 1, 2020, current Florida notaries have had the opportunity to add remote online notary duties to their current commission. In order to be approved, the following criteria must be met: Complete a course Obtain Bond Obtain Errors & Omissions insurance Select a RON Service Provider Complete a form Pay a Fee to the State When this add-on first became

Beau Charlet June 11, 2020

What You Need to Know About Self Representation and Process Service

Are you representing yourself in a lawsuit, divorce, or other civil matter? If so, there is much more effort needed than simply showing up to court and stating your case. There are many steps that may be required depending on the type of case that you have. If you want to make sure that your case is strong and follows court rules, you’ll need to enlist the aid of a few professionals. One of those professionals is a private process

Beau Charlet May 15, 2020

May Newsletter

Message from the Founder Opening Back Up As a good chunk of Americans return to work this week, we all prepare for the unknown. As we prepare for life getting back to normal, we all need to adjust what our normal is. In the short term, that means to take extra precautions all the time, especially when in public. Wear masks, wash hands often, keep your distance, sanitize, wear gloves, etc. Now, no one wants to wear masks day in

Beau Charlet May 7, 2020

What to Look for in a Process Server

So you have a civil matter in the courts and need to notify the parties of the case and court date. This is usually the point of service of process. Courts require proof that parties have been served legal papers so that they have a fair chance to defend themselves, as is required by the U.S. Constitution. While you could use the sheriff’s department to serve your papers, you’ll likely have better luck with a process server. Still, finding a

Beau Charlet April 15, 2020

April Update

Message from the Founder COVID-19 Our world is currently dealing with a pandemic of epic proportions. We have been introduced to the term social distancing and have been asked to practice it to help curve the widespread corona virus. At Accurate Serve, we are dedicated to serving our Clients through the good times and bad. We have remained open throughout this situation and plan to remain open going forward. We have stressed time and time again, that we know the

Beau Charlet April 6, 2020

What Problems Do Process Servers Face When Serving Papers

When you have legal papers to be served for your court case, you want the process to go as smoothly and quickly as possible. However, there are some instances in which service of process might be delayed. Here are some of the common problems that process servers face when serving papers. Trespassing Signs Process servers are not law enforcement; and because of this, they have to follow all of the same laws that civilians have to follow. This includes not

Beau Charlet March 15, 2020

March Update

Message from the Founder It’s almost that time of year again, time for our state association’s annual conference. The Florida Association of Professional Process Servers (FAPPS) annual conference/convention will take place in Orlando, FL, as it does each year. Orlando has been the host of the annual conference for as long as I can remember. Reason being is its central location for all members statewide to be able to travel easily. A few years ago, the Board of Directors for

Beau Charlet February 28, 2020

Rules That a Process Server Must Follow

A private process server is a registered agent of the courts, and they are responsible for a major part of the court system. Because they play such a key role, the way that process servers operate is highly regulated. There are many guidelines that the process server must follow to stay within the law and to accurately serve papers. Here are a few of those rules. Identifying the Individual The rules regarding identification of the individual to be served vary

Beau Charlet February 15, 2020

January Update

Message from the Founder Duval & Palm Beach Counties So, there are 3 ways Private Process Servers can serve civil process in FL: Certified by courts in circuit they serve in Appointed by Sheriff in the county they serve in Approved by Motion & Order from the Judge presiding over case Duval is located in the 4th Judicial Circuit of Florida, along with Clay and Nassau. Duval is a Sheriff appointed county. Nassau and Clay are Motion & Order, which

Beau Charlet January 21, 2020