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Process Serving in Delaware
Order service of process in Delaware online. You see your price before you submit, a verified process server near the address takes the job, and every attempt is tracked with notes, time, GPS location and photos.
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Overview of service of process in Delaware
As of October 30, 2026: Delaware service procedures differ by court and case type. Confirm which court handles your matter before arranging service. Delaware court contacts
General information only, not legal advice.
Who can serve documents in Delaware
Licensing or registration requirements
Server requirements vary by court. Court of Common Pleas rules assign service to the sheriff, a deputy sheriff or a person specially appointed by the court; Family Court special process servers must be designated by the Chief Judge. Common Pleas Rule 4(d); Family Court instructions
Accepted methods of service
Personal, substituted, mail and other methods
Permitted methods depend on the court and papers. Court of Common Pleas Rule 4 provides for personal service and other methods in specified circumstances; check the relevant court’s directions. Common Pleas Rule 4
Time limits and rules for serving
Court of Common Pleas generally allows 120 days after filing the complaint for service, subject to the rule’s good-cause provision. Other courts may have different procedures. Common Pleas Rule 4(j)
Restrictions on serving
Sundays, holidays and hours
Family Court has designated-server procedures. The Justice of the Peace Court generally attempts service unless a special server is requested or the defendant is out of state. Family Court instructions; JP Court guide
Proof of service and affidavit requirements
A return or proof of service is required; its form and filing procedure depend on the court and method. Court of Common Pleas requires a verified return when service is made by someone other than an officer or deputy. Common Pleas Rule 4(g)
Major cities we serve in Delaware
- Wilmington
- Dover
- Georgetown
- Newark
Pricing for Delaware
Standard service is priced at the advertised client range below for one recipient at one address. The request form calculates the exact address-specific amount before you submit.
- Standard serviceOne recipient at one address · before sales tax
- $75–$135 + tax
- RushPriority speed add-on
- +$50
- Same-dayFirst attempt the same day
- +$100
- Distance / ruralFixed add-on for standard service; locations needing extra work are special quote cases
- +$60
- Mailed original affidavitOptional; PDF remains included
- +$25
- Printing beyond included pagesFirst 50 pages included, counted from your PDF
- $0.15 per page after 50
- Sales taxCalculated at payment where it applies, from the service address in Delaware. Shown before you pay and on your receipt.
- At payment
Delaware FAQs
Can I use any private server in Delaware?
Not necessarily. Server eligibility and appointment requirements vary by court; check the instructions for the branch handling your case. Common Pleas Rule 4(d); Family Court instructions
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Request Service in Delaware
Upload your documents and enter the address. You see the price before you submit and pay only after a verified server near the address accepts.
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