Process Serving With The Help Of The Police

Process Serving While Keeping Safe

Process serving can be a mix of both being easy and challenging at the same time. As process servers, we make sure that the papers are served directly to the defendant, whether they like it or not. Unfortunately, things can get messy and out of hand. Police assistance might be needed in some situations. What can you do while waiting for the police to arrive?

Why Are Process Servers Getting Attacked?

Process serving?should include a brief explanation from the process server that first, they have no interest in the case at hand. Second, they are only messengers. Some feel intimidated when they see a process server on their doorstep. They may get agitated and panic. Try to connect with the other party, make them feel that you are not the enemy.

It’s Best To Document The Incident

Don’t try to be a superhero when faced with a violent defendant. It’s always a must to keep safe and record everything that happened.?PAARS?(Promoting Assault Awareness And Protective Regulations For Servers) is a campaign that raises awareness to the public that process servers do get assaulted. They encourage all process servers to keep track and?document all experiences of assault and violence?that they’ve received while on the job. Put 911 in your speed dial and call the police as soon as possible.

Call the Cops While Process Serving

Having the police present can de-escalate things when they get out of hand. In the event that you feel threatened while working, the police can help explain your job and allow you to complete the serve.?A number of states with legislation?makes process server assault a felony.?Inform the police who you are and why you are there. Show them the papers you intended to serve. Remember to stay calm and respectful to the officer and the person getting served. Be vigilant and follow the commands of the?police officer.

Process Serving Should Always Be Safe

Process Serving should never feel like walking into our own death bed. Our role is to give the defendant a chance to be heard and be aware that they are being sued or summoned. Stay calm and do not be a show off when serving the papers. The best course of action is to be neutral, act nicely and to always remain professional.

Originally published on July 15, 2021: https://headleylegalsupport.com/asking-the-police-for-help-while-process-serving/