If I need to serve a subpoena duces tecum to a town, can I just have it handed to any employee of the town clerk’s or supervisor’s office?
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If I need to serve a subpoena duces tecum to a town, can I just have it handed to any employee of the town clerk’s or supervisor’s office?
Is personal service required?
Asked on December 27, 2012 under Criminal Law, New York
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Under the laws of all states in this country the service of a subpoena duces tecum in connection with a legal matter is to be served upon the entity's designated agent for service of process as stated in the filed charter of the municipality. Such person ordinarily is the city manager based upon my experience in such matters.
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