This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
A Proof of Service is a document filed with the Court to show that the summons and complaint were successfully served on the defendant in a lawsuit.
Proof of service is a document that functions like a legal “receipt” confirming the delivery of documents from one party to another in a legal matter. It is a written version of a sworn statement attesting to the completion of service of process.
Process may be served on a resident or nonresident individual by (1) delivering a summons and a copy of the complaint to the defendant personally; or (2) sending a summons and a copy of the complaint by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, and delivery restricted to the addressee.
Proof of service may be made by (1) written acknowledgment of the receipt of a summons and a copy of the complaint, dated and signed by the person to whom the service is directed or by a person authorized under these rules to receive the service of process; (2) a certificate stating the facts of service, including the ...
An example of a Proof of Service is a signed declaration from the person who served the documents, stating the name of the person who was served and the date, time, and manner of service. A Proof of Service may also include an affidavit, which is a sworn statement that the documents were properly served.
The maximum you can collect through a judgment in the small claims division of the district court is $7,000. If your claim is for more than $7,000, you can still use the small claims division but your judgment award cannot exceed $7,000 and you permanently waive the right to collect the rest of your claim.
While we use the term Proof of Service, this documents can also be referred to as an Affidavit of Service or Declaration of Service, depending on the jurisdiction.
Fill out form MC 03 (Answer, Civil) on the website or get a paper copy from the court to fill out. Write in the court number, case number, the court address, the court telephone number, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the plaintiff and the defendant exactly as they are on your court papers.