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Unless Rule 4.1(c), (e), (f), or (g) applies, an individual may be served by: (1) delivering a copy of the summons and the pleading being served to that individual personally; (2) leaving a copy of each at that individual's dwelling or usual place of abode with someone of suitable age and discretion who resides there; ...

Every state has different laws and in Arizona, personal service (where a person physically hands you the legal paperwork) must be attempted first. If a process server still can't find the defendant, they may ask the court to be allowed to serve someone else that defendant lives with or even a neighbor.

Motions may be made orally in open court or by filing and serving the opposing party with a copy of a written motion. Pretrial motions shall be ruled on before trial. A court shall not rule on any motion until the opposing party has had a reasonable opportunity to respond.

In that event, service is proper if a qualified person (1) delivers the summons and pleading personally to the person being served, or (2) leaves a copy of the documents at the defendant's/respondent's ?usual place of abode? by delivering them to a person of suitable age who lives at the residence.

Civil Law The plaintiff files a document (complaint) with the clerk of the court stating the reasons why the plaintiff is suing the defendant, and what action the plaintiff wants the court to take. A copy of the complaint and a summons are delivered to (served on) the defendant.

You can send the court papers by giving the post office copies of the court papers in an envelope, postage prepaid, to be sent to the other party by any form of mail requiring a signed and returned receipt. This is often called Certified Mail, Restricted Delivery by the post office.