Serving Child Support Papers

Summary

If the other party in South Carolina doesnt answer the door for child support papers, the process server may make multiple attempts, serve at the workplace, or use substituted service. If these methods fail, you can request the court for service by publication, which involves publishing a notice in a local newspaper.

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Greenwood South Carolina
In South Carolina, if the other party doesn't answer the door when being served papers, here's what usually happens:
- Multiple attempts at different times.
- Serve at the workplace.
- Use substituted service (leave with a responsible person or post on the door).
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What if none of the above work?
In South Carolina, if none of the standard service methods work, you can request permission from the court for "service by publication." This involves publishing a notice in a local newspaper.
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What if they can’t find the other party?
In South Carolina, if the other party cannot be located at all, you may request the court to allow "service by publication." This involves publishing a notice in a local newspaper for a specific period.
Would you like details on how to contact the Greenwood County Family Court?