If a stranger comes to your house and askes if it is you and you don't identify yourself. When you open the door and they have left court papers on your step is this considered proper service?
127147
Not in the US.  They have to actually put the papers into the hands of the person being served.
179556
I think it is legal to list the names of these people, but it is dangerous for the store to print their names, addresses, and account numbers (if they are just making copies of the checks and putting them up) in one general location. This is a breeding ground for identity theft and the store should be more careful. Your friend should complain about having her information posted.
164386
I was a private porcess service agent and yes we had to keep a complete record of every attempt.\n\nSo you got a temporary order, because you were not served, and they don't care if you were awake fully or not, if you were at door you would have been served.\nIn some areas if we know you are at the door, we can slide the order under the door to you.\n\nSo now you merley file in court and show up which is what you were suppose to do to start with and show why the order should be dismissed.
16053
They are trying to figure out what your angle is.  Unfortunately it isn't normal to just go say hi to a random person in a store and quite probably they are busy in a world of their own thinking through problems etc or wondering what to buy and then suddenly from no where a total stranger comes upto them and says hi.  First thing is shock as they have to come out of their own little world, second is an attempt at recognition as they try desperately to put a name to your face and wonder where they have met you before and then thrdly is wondering what you are after...they are probably waiting for the "Hi, can you help me I have lost my wallet and just need some change for the bus/to call my dad".  All of this would play out on their face like one big "what the hell is this freak doing talking to me" kind of look.  Hope this clears it up :o)
574161
Coming to the US;  Very strict INS questioning, references needed, they call your references, family, friends, eveyrthing you say has to match with what they find or you get denied.  You may even have all that but if they feel you are being untruthful or suspicious in any way, or even have a connection with someone who is dealing in illegal activies, not only do you not get citizenship, you also get investigated yourself before you leave....if they let you leave.  Especially now with terrorism.  We have to be more than careful.
313741
Sadly, the tv and film version of someone walking up to you, asking your name and placing it in your hand "you've been served" is no longer required in many states.\n\nThe Sheriff is probably going by the address the company provided or by address you are registered to vote.\n\nA new one will probably be issued and some attempt to track you down.  If it is left on your door (or registered mail) you are probably notified under that state law.  Don't sign for any letters in the near future.
150971
Are they impersonating or just took up using your name after you stopped..
277368
Well, they can pretty much do whatever they want.  They aren't allowed to enter your home unannouced unless there is an emergency, but I've never heard that a "friendly visit" was against the law.  I would be so annoyed if my landlord did what yours does.  It's obnoxious and rude and some people just don't get it.  The only thing you can do is be straight forward and honest about it.  Start with a polite, "thanks for stopping by, we will call you if we need anything" and if they don't get the hint be more direct.
347923
That would depend on the purpose for the false identity. If you are not doing something illegal, I don't think so.
423294
Sounds like they were looking for a felon on parole. In that case, if he gave your address as his own, they can come in a nd "inspect" pretty much anytime they like. No warrant needed.\n\nCool being involved with a convict huh? Suggest you stay away from the bad boy types if you don't want to become familiar with local law enforcement...........
75281
From my experience the service is basically a come-on. Sure they'll answer some legal questions, enough to get you going so that you retain one of there lawyers.\n\nThe only legal matters ever setteled to my satisfaction or victory I handeled myself, I have no legal experience and dropped out of high school!\n\nLawyers are a scam, double-agents of these corrupt and deceitful courts, all have sworn an oath(life & soul) to ensure that in all matters the system/establishment wins first, and in return they can rob you blind, regardless of your illusionary win or loss!
433131
No.  It isn't even something that shows up on a background check.  Maybe with the issuance of the order, the other person will just back off.  Could be a blessing in disguise.
334537
You have a right to not let CPS in your home especially if they have been there before, the only way they can just show up and get in is if they have a police officer who has a search warrant, or either they have a search warrant.\n\nCPS has a habit of wanting to show up at any given time, and demand to be let in, this is only done so they can come and gather up evidence against you. Any litlle thing they can find will come back against you. They are the masters of twisting the truth, and using whatever you say and do against you, so be careful of what you do and say.\n\nYou have a right to privacy, and if these people have a habit of just popping up, put out "no trespassing" signs, when they just pop up, especially if they have already spoke with you, they can be reported for trespassing, this is kinda tricky though, because it has to be a situation where the case they are trying to build evidnce on is about to be or already is closed or unsubstanitiated ( they like to use this word)\n\nMake sure your house is clean, you have food in the fridge, and basically your p's and q's are together. You don't want them holding anything against you! You also have a right to an attorney, and it may be in your best interest to get one,  CPS acts fast, and things turn sour with them real quick. I mean, some simple house visits and questions could very quickly turn into an actual case, and CPS would be trying to take your kid(s). They are also very good at telling you one thing and then doing something else!\n\nThe best I can tell you is to get educated on your rights as a US citizen and a parent. Google fightcps.com, that website is very helpful. Just when you think you are in this alone, trust me, you are not. I wish you and your family the best!\n\nOh, I almost forgot to add, CPS will interview your daughter by herself, although a child's word doesn't count in court until they are 14, I think, but they will do this, I'm not sure if this is legal or that they are supposed to, but they do and probably will in your case.\n\nMake sure you have people who can vouch that you are not abusing your child! Good Luck!
37550
You need to dispute it in WRITING. A phone call will not be of any legal help at all. Also, file a police report about recieving unsolicited material. You could be the victim of identity theft.
206428
call a laywer and ask for sure but i'd think so... i mean, if you pick up and leave they can't legally proove that you weren't spoused to.
557486
yes. it can happen.  a court file passed through a lot of hands through out its lifetime.  everytime a document is filed, the case is pulled and the clerk enters the document.  and most times a different set of hands will refile the case.  everytime a case has a hearing a different clerk will pull the file and deliver it to chambers.  the judge will have it, the judges clerk will have it ,and sometimes even the baliff.  if its a probate case, the probate examiner could have it at times.  if its a family law case the facilitator could sometimes have it.  in our county files even travel between cities.  there are a lot of opportunities for it to be misfiled. more than likely that is what happened. imagine, all the cases that have been opened in your court. then imagine your case was somehow put in the wrong spot.  how would you find it again?  its dissappointing not to have the info you need when you want it.  but there's nothing to be suspicious about.  in the future, make copies of all documents that you file with the court for your own records.
124213
Unless he can show that your husband should have known the person would steal the paperwork(that'd be tough to prove), took the paperwork or misplaced the paperwork there's nothing that can be done.  Since he contacted the police there's a report to back him up.  Also in order to sue he'd have to show how he lost money because of the missing paperwork.  If all that happened was he got a slap on the hand from someone there's nothing for him to collect on.  \n\nNow my question is what were the "items" you found in the closet?  Was this the paperwork?  Was it items of value?