Process Server

Business and Professions Code Sections §22350 - §22360

Overview

Process Servers deliver legal documents to individuals involved in a court proceeding. In California, a process server is defined as any person who makes more than 10 services of process within this state during one calendar year, for specific compensation or in expectation of specific compensation.

Types of Filings

Individual
Corporation

Registration Process

Complete and sign a Certificate of Registration as a Process Server application
Provide a valid government issued photo identification
Acquire Live Scan paperwork from the County Clerk’s office
Purchase a $2,000 bond from a bonding company that covers the two-year registration term
Two photos – size 1” x 1 ½” to be used on identification card (only required for individual). No photo is required for corporations.
Appear in person at the County Clerk’s office with the documentation mentioned above