Hire a Process Server in Utah

No. Utah does not require a license, registration, bond, certification, or background check to serve process. Under Utah R. Civ. P. 4(d)(1), any person 18 or older who is not a party or attorney may serve. Note that certain convicted felons and persons subject to protective orders are barred from serving process under Utah Code §§77-41-102 and Title 78B Ch.7.

Routine process service in Utah typically costs between $60 and $125. Salt Lake City and the Wasatch Front metro area have competitive pricing. Rural Utah, including areas near the national parks, can carry higher travel fees. Request bids from multiple verified servers on the Mighty Process Server platform.

Under Utah R. Civ. P. 4(b), service must be completed within 120 days after filing the complaint, unless the court grants an extension. Proof of service must be filed promptly, within the defendant's response time. Failure to serve within 120 days can result in dismissal of the action.

Yes, with qualifications. Any person 18 or older who is not a party or attorney may serve process in Utah under Utah R. Civ. P. 4(d)(1). Sheriffs and their deputies also have authority to serve. Certain convicted felons and persons subject to protective orders are prohibited from serving under Utah Code.

If personal service cannot be completed, Utah allows leaving documents at the defendant's abode with a suitable person, or service by mail or courier with a signed receipt. If the defendant cannot be located after diligent efforts, the plaintiff may file a motion with the court to authorize alternative service including publication under Utah R. Civ. P. 4.

Use the Mighty Process Server directory to find process servers in Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Provo, West Jordan, and all Utah counties. Search by county and request bids from verified servers at mightyprocessserver.com/directory.