Who can Serve Process in the District of Columbia?

Service of process must be made by one or more of the following persons: (1) any competent person who is at least 18 years of age and not a party to or otherwise interested in the claim; (2) a clerk, for service by registered or certified mail as provided in Rule 4(c), as to any defendant described in Rule 4(e), (g), or (h); or (3) a United States marshal or deputy marshal if authorized by the court. (c) BY REGISTERED OR CERTIFIED MAIL.

Rule 4. Service of Process

Updated on: 24/03/2023