Process service · West · United States
Overview
Process Server in Idaho: How Service of Process Works
In Idaho, any person 18 or older who isn't a party can serve a summons under Idaho Rule of Civil Procedure 4. Papers can be delivered to the defendant personally, or left at the defendant's dwelling or usual place of abode with a person 18 or older who lives there. Idaho gives plaintiffs six months after filing to serve the summons and complaint, longer than many states.
Who may serve
Who Can Serve Legal Papers in Idaho
Under Idaho Rule of Civil Procedure 4(c), any person 18 or older who is not a party may serve process. Idaho doesn't license private process servers.
Service at the home requires a resident who is at least 18.
Typical documents include summonses and complaints, small claims papers, eviction papers, subpoenas and divorce papers.
Proof you receive
The server signs a proof of service stating how, when and where service was made.
Our services
Our Idaho Process Serving Services
01
Process service statewide
Personal and abode service in all 44 counties.
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Rural service
Service across Idaho's rural counties, planned around travel time.
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Boise, Meridian and Idaho Falls
Fast service in Ada, Canyon, Kootenai, Bonneville and every Idaho county.
The rules
Idaho Service of Process Rules
The Idaho rules that matter most for service:
| Rule | What it covers |
|---|---|
| I.R.C.P. 4(b) | Serve within six months of filing |
| I.R.C.P. 4(c) | Who may serve |
| I.R.C.P. 4(d) | Personal and abode service |
| I.R.C.P. 12(a) | 21 days to answer |
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