Clear, Upfront Process Serving Rates
No games, no gated quotes, no surprise invoices. Here's how our pricing works — and what's always included.
Routine Service
First attempt within 3 business days
- Up to 3 attempts included (varies by document)
- Attempts at different times of day
- Court-ready proof of service included
- Status update after every attempt
Rush Service
First attempt by the next business day
- Priority scheduling
- Up to 3 attempts included
- Court-ready proof of service included
- Status update after every attempt
Same-Day Service
Attempted within hours of your order
- Immediate dispatch
- Best for court deadlines & emergencies
- Court-ready proof of service included
- Direct line to your server
Always Included, Every Serve
✓ Court-accepted proof of service
✓ Time-stamped photo documentation
✓ GPS-verified attempts
✓ Updates within 24 hours of each attempt
Photo + GPS documentation isn't an upsell here — it's our standard. It's also exactly what California's AB 747 (SPARE Act) will require on proofs of service starting January 1, 2027. Read our AB 747 guide →
Add-Ons & Fees
| Skip tracing (locate a person) | From $150 |
| Stakeout service | 2-hour minimum, then hourly |
| Additional person served at same address | $40 per person |
| Printing beyond first 20 pages | $0.35 per page |
| Special Time serve (exact-time request) | From $50 |
| Night / weekend / holiday service | From $50 (Special Time) |
| Service by posting or mail | From $50 (includes one attempt) |
| Witness fee advance (subpoenas) | 15% or $5 handling, whichever is greater |
| Notary service | $30 per appointment |
| Zone surcharge (distant locations) | Quoted upfront by address |
Prices are per address with the stated number of attempts included. Restraining orders and family law documents are rushed at no extra cost and include up to 5 attempts. Payment is due before service begins — we accept credit/debit cards, Zelle, and PayPal. Wondering what process servers cost across California? See our 2026 California pricing guide.
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