Oklahoma Process Servers Need to Make Sure to Follow the Laws When Serving Papers

Oklahoma Process Servers Need to Make Sure to Follow the Laws When Serving Papers

            Since Oklahoma has very few requirements and no training or education required to become a process server, there are some important Oklahoma laws process servers should know about.  These laws not only help ensure that the legal process is administered through a fairer process, but it doing so will also help keep professional process servers who work in Oklahoma out of trouble.  A few of many process server laws are explained herein . . .

            When posting documents to doors of people who are being evicted from an apartment or house, process servers need to take additional actions.  Ideally, serving an individual in this case via personal or substituted service is best.  However, if this is not possible then posting the papers to the door is generally considered good service, though with one very important caveat.  After posting the papers to the door, the Oklahoma process server must then send the same documents via certified mail to the same address.  Indeed, the process server should file the original receipts showing that the documents were sent with via certified mailing, making sure to also keep a copy for his or her clients.  If this is not done, a judge is likely to throw out the service as insufficient, and the client(s) that hired the process server could suffer.

            Another important law that process servers need to follow is to make sure that if they say they have actually served someone that they really have.  Under Oklahoma law, if a process server claims to have served a person but has not really done so, then he or she is guilty of a felony.  Thus, process servers should take great care to actually serve the people they say they have, and sometimes taking a photo of it happening or having a video camera running can help keep a process server in the clear later down the road.

            Process servers should also be aware that just because a person does not want to accept papers or throws them down on the ground, this does not mean that they have not been served.  The state of Oklahoma does not require people who are being served to have to sign for documents that process server delivers.  If Oklahoma did require this, most people would never get served!

            Another common sense law that process servers should follow is to make sure that they always carry their licenses on them when out on official duty.  As officers of the court, they have to identify themselves and present their licenses to those they serve, security officials, the police, etc., if so asked.  Having the license laminated helps preserve it, but Oklahoma process servers should take care not to actually give their licenses to anyone other than law enforcement officials to actually hold, as the people holding them might get angry and try to destroy them.

            These are just a few of many different kinds of laws that professional process servers need to follow.  There are so many that a large number of those in the field just do not know about.  Knowledge is indeed power, so it is important that the job is done right!  If you have any questions, please feel free to ask the experts at www.OklahomaJudicialProcessServers.com.

More Creative Approaches for Process Servers in Oklahoma

More Creative Approaches for Process Servers in Oklahoma

            Process servers in Oklahoma can utilise many creative approaches to serving individuals who just do not want anyone to be able to find them.  In earlier posts, the staff at Oklahoma Judicial Process Servers has noted several meritorious ways in which a process server can use new methods to get legal documents to someone.  Now it is essential to proffer a few other ways that might be of use to those professionals in the legal field.

            One cool but seldom-used technique involves a baby carriage.  Who can resist peeking out the door and seeing a baby’s little carriage right there in front of their door?  If a process server is sure to add a realistic but nonliving human-looking baby and the papers to be served inside of the carriage, the person lurking in the house just might let curiosity get the better of him or her.  It is important for process servers in Oklahoma to retrieve the carriage and the toy baby thereafter, and they should not be afraid to possibly lose the props.

            Another creative method involves the use of a well-trained dog or cat.  If the person being served is hiding out and a process server wants to verify whether or not the person in question is actually living there, a cute dog or cat just might do the trick.  By delicately placing the papers right inside of the collar of a cat or in a little carrying case underneath a dog’s neck, the pet-loving person might just take the bait.  If the dog or cat is adept at pawing at doors or meowing or barking when hearing a silent whistle, process servers will find this method even more effective.  Process servers should, however, make sure to keep a close eye on their cats or dogs, as they could inadvertently become targets of possible violence with dangerous clients.

            One trick for getting someone served can be when a process server pretends to be someone who is lost and just looking for directions – especially when carrying a small child!  Most people would probably not suspect someone with a little kid to be serving papers?  Of course, Oklahoma process servers should not use this trick when the guy or girl being served could be dangerous!

           

            These are just a few of many tricks of the trade that process servers in Oklahoma can use when trying to get people who are avoiding service to come out of hiding.  There are a variety of unique and creative ways to get the job done.  Process servers who have done a little research about the people they want to serve can find out what their weaknesses and proclivities are.  Remember that Knowledge is power!  If you are a process server and wish to join the team at Oklahoma Judicial Process servers www.OklahomaJudicialProcessServers.com, please visit our website and learn how!

Process Servers With Their “Officer of the Court” Badges Can Find More Success

Process Servers With Their “Officer of the Court” Badges Can Find More Success

            Process servers in Oklahoma who utilize an “officer of the court” badge can often find more success over those who do not.  Process Servers in Oklahoma are indeed by law considered officers of the court for the purpose of serving legal papers.  Therefore, it is important to consider having a badge made from a store such as www.thefirestore.com and to keeping it handy when out on official business.  There are many reasons why this is important, as well as times when using this type of badge is not such a good idea.

            A badge which states that a process server is an officer of the court makes him or her look more professional.  While process servers do not have the same rights and responsibilities of deputies and police officers and should not present themselves as such, badges make process servers look more official.  Unless a police officer is undercover, one would not expect him or her to perform his or her duties without wearing a badge, right?  Well, process servers are no different, and a badge can often afford extra benefits and protections to a process server.

            Sometimes getting needed information from people when a client is avoiding service can be tough to do.  At other times, individuals being served might even ask process servers for identification, which by law they are required to show.  However, putting a laminated copy of one’s license inside of the holder that process servers carry their badge around in and showing it with their badge, when appropriate, can sometimes in and of itself convince people to be more cooperative. 

Most people have no idea what or who an officer of the court is or what he or she can or cannot do.  Indeed, many could care less about providing helpful information to a process server, as they often bring bad news for the person(s) they are serving.  However, an officer of the court on official business is often a very different matter. 

Individuals process servers meet out in the field might think to themselves, “What could they do to me if I don’t help them?”  Well, in truth there is usually very little that a process server can legally do.  However, they may not know that!  What other people do not know can benefit process servers! 

Additionally, even though process servers are not involved in either side of a court case, some people may not know this and/or are unable to disassociate facts from reality.  Ergo, individuals having court papers served on them may feel less inclined to want to hurt process servers if they view them as more professional and official.  While there is no guarantee either way, it is less likely that someone will want to hurt someone bearing a badge and carrying pepper spray, a stun gun, handcuffs, etc., as opposed to a process server wearing a T-shirt and jeans.

Another excellent use of an officer of the court badge comes into play when someone is skittish about opening a door to another person he or she does not know.  Having the badge and your license there with it to present to people who ask, “Who is there?” from behind a closed door can often help people feel more at ease.  Of course, it is true that some might feel scared off by those they view as an authority figure or official – especially if they are running away from the law or have a negative mindset and/or or hold stereotypes about anyone “official.”  However, wearing this type of badge or showing it from its case is not always a plausible idea.   

There are also times when wearing a badge can negatively impact an Oklahoma process server’s ability to make the serve.  One of these examples is when a process server wants the element of surprise.  If an officer of the court goes somewhere that has a population with a proclivity to be suspicious of the police, FBI, officers of the court, etc., then wearing or flashing a badge could backfire and close many doors.  It could also encourage the gentleman or lady being served to go into hiding or flee the area altogether. 

Whether to use a badge largely depends on the population a process server is around and the best tactical approach.  Wearing an official officer of the court badge can indeed have various uses and drawbacks.  They do cost money to order, but sometimes a little investment can pay huge dividends in the field.  Essentially, it all comes down to being an important judgment call and doing a cost/benefit analysis of a badge’s worth.  For more information, please contact the excellent staff at Oklahoma Judicial Process Servers www.OklahomaJudicialProcessServers.com.

Oklahoma Judicial Process Servers Announces its New Mobile Web site!

Oklahoma Judicial Process Servers Announces its New Mobile Web site!

            Oklahoma Judicial Process Servers is pleased to announce its new mobile Web site, which is www.moably.com/OKProcessServers.  This site is very easy to see from your cell phone or iPad, and it adds a very condensed component for easy viewing.  Of course, the site will also give you the option to see the full Web site, which is www.OklahomaJudicialProcessServers.com.  Both sites are very informational and will help you the the professional legal assistance you need at a price you can afford!

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Effective Ways for Process Servers in Oklahoma to Keep Their Clients

Effective Ways for Process Servers in Oklahoma to Keep Their Clients

            There are many methods that process servers can use to help retain loyal clients who will often provide business year after year.  Repeat customers also save the time required to always have to go out and find new ones.  A professional process server can benefit greatly from following a few principles that should help ensure much success for years to come.  Oklahoma Judicial Process Servers would like to share what a few of these are.

            One of the main tenants of retaining customers is to have very competitive prices that meet or beat those of other process servers.  If others have prices that are lower, clients might choose the other company and/or individual.  Economy-crushing companies like Wal-Mart followed this principle by matching or beating all of their competitors’ prices, and thus people looking for a bargain flocked – and often still flock – in droves to its stores.

            Money and lower prices will not get a process server very far if the clients find service he or she provides to be wanting.  If a professional process server in Oklahoma is rude, does not do the serves correctly, etc., then lawyer or other individual will often go elsewhere – even if it costs them a bit more.  Promptly answering E-mail, returning phone calls, and providing case status updates are also vital!  Low prices are great, but without excellent service to go along with them, they just won’t cut the mustard.

            Often law firms and other professionals will complain about how a process server took too long to do a job or did not even really try at all.  This goes back to the entire customer service experience.  Those who are the most successful in this field provide quick, accurate service and are very nice to their customers.  Likewise, they try to be respectful to the people they serve, as anyone – even process servers - can get served at almost any time.

            One combination of customer service and affordable prices necessitates the sending out of business cards, thank you notes, magnets with company logos on it, etc., to customers.  These help promote one’s business and are often kept on hand for future use.  Secretaries and others often remark about how they still have a business card or mug from Oklahoma Judicial Process Servers which bears its logo.  Including a little coffee that has a process server’s business card taped to it when sending out mugs always adds a nice touch!  These are little investments that can potentially pay dividends for quite some time.

Clients who send coupons with discounts on the next serve and a short handwritten note of thanks can score big points with the people they help.  Who doesn’t love a discount and really feel and know that their process server appreciates them?  Once again, this goes back to fantastic service and dedication to the profession.

These are just a few of many things that Oklahoma process servers can do to help keep their clients loyal for quite some time.  It is a sound business practice for process servers in Oklahoma to keep relations with the people they serve positive and to let them know how much they really are valued and appreciated.  After all, there is so much more to the field and life in general than just making money.  Oklahoma Judicial Process Servers www.OklahomaJudicialProcessServers.com highly values all of its customers!