If being served papers for a criminal court case, do the papers have to be handed directly to the person named on the papers?
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If being served papers for a criminal court case, do the papers have to be handed directly to the person named on the papers?
Asked on November 6, 2012 under Criminal Law, South Dakota
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MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
No, interestingly enough every state is different in service of process specifics but generally speaking a subpoena for anything can usually be served at the residence by anyone who has the authority to be at that location. If you have been served papers for someone else or if someone else was served papers intended for you, you should contact an attorney to see if service could be challenged or if you need to respond.
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