Does the Sheriff’s office charge a process fee for serving court documents?
Yes, the Sheriff’s office charges a $5.00 process fee for serving court documents, including summonses, orders of garnishment, and orders in aid of execution. The process fee should be paid by check or cash equivalency, payable to the Saline/Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office. What legal options are open to me besides small claims court? If you have a complex case or one that involves a claim of more than $4,000.00 you may wish to consult an attorney about the other forms of legal action. An attorney can tell you what these other actions will cost and can help you decide what course is best for you. How do I file a claim? To file a case, you must fill out a petition which states your name and address, the name and address of the person you are suing, the amount of money you claim or the property you seek to have returned to you, and the reasons you are asking for the money or property. Your petition must be filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court. When you go to the clerk’s
