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Process Serving in Montana
Order service of process in Montana 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 Montana
As of October 30, 2026: Montana service requirements depend on the court, case and recipient. State Civil Rule 4 provides service methods and exceptions. Montana Civil Rule 4
General information only, not legal advice.
Who can serve documents in Montana
Licensing or registration requirements
For civil cases under Rule 4, service in the county where the party is found may be made by a sheriff, deputy sheriff, constable, or another person over 18 who is not a party. Rule 4(d)(2)
Accepted methods of service
Personal, substituted, mail and other methods
Rule 4 describes personal service and limited mail service with acknowledgment. Mail service is not available for specified recipients, including minors and businesses. Rule 4(d)–(p)
Time limits and rules for serving
For cases governed by Montana Civil Rule 4, service generally must be accomplished within three years after filing the complaint. Other rules or statutes may apply to different matters. Rule 4(t)
Restrictions on serving
Sundays, holidays and hours
Rule 4 has different requirements for individuals, businesses, governments and other recipients; service by publication is also restricted. Court-specific rules may differ. Rule 4(e)–(p); Montana Court Locator
Proof of service and affidavit requirements
Proof must state the time, date, place and manner of service. For a server other than a sheriff or person designated by law, Rule 4 requires an affidavit. Rule 4(r)
Major cities we serve in Montana
- Billings
- Missoula
- Great Falls
- Bozeman
- Helena
- Kalispell
Pricing for Montana
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 Montana. Shown before you pay and on your receipt.
- At payment
Montana FAQs
Can mail be used for every defendant?
No. The mail-and-acknowledgment option has exclusions, including minors and businesses. Confirm which rule applies to your case. Rule 4(d)(3)
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