Arizona Process Servers

United States Process Serving Corp provides professional and reliable process serving across Arizona. Our network of certified process servers ensures your legal documents are delivered promptly and in compliance with the Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule 4, and the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration § 7-204.

Arizona Process Serving Laws

Arizona requires all private process servers to be certified through the Arizona Supreme Court’s Private Process Server Program. Certification is administered locally by the Superior Court in each county under Arizona Code of Judicial Administration § 7-204, Arizona Revised Statute § 11-445, and A.R.S. § 12-3301. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, have been a bona fide Arizona resident for at least one year, pass a written examination, submit fingerprints for a criminal background investigation, and pay the applicable fees. Certification is valid for three years and requires at least 10 hours of approved continuing education every 12 months for renewal. Once certified, a private process server is authorized to serve process for any court in the state anywhere within Arizona. A certified private process server may not be a party, an attorney, or the employee of an attorney in the action being served.

Arizona Legal Resource Centre

Serving documents in Arizona requires compliance with the Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure and the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration. Below are answers to common questions regarding service of process in this state.

Frequently Asked Questions (Arizona)

What is the Small Claims limit in Arizona?

The Small Claims limit in Arizona is $3,500, exclusive of interest and costs. Small claims cases are heard in the Small Claims Division of the Justice Court under A.R.S. § 22-503. Jury trials are not permitted, and there is no right of appeal in small claims cases. Attorneys may not represent parties unless all parties agree in writing. The defendant must file a written answer within 20 days of service to avoid a default judgment. Note: Arizona legislation (SB 1022) was introduced in 2025 to increase this limit; check with the local Justice Court for the most current amount.

Who can serve process in Arizona?

Arizona requires private process servers to be certified through the Arizona Supreme Court’s Private Process Server Program under Arizona Code of Judicial Administration § 7-204 and A.R.S. § 12-3301. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, pass a written examination, submit fingerprints for a background investigation, and have been an Arizona resident for at least one year. Process may also be served by a sheriff, constable, or other person specifically appointed by the court. Once certified, a process server may serve for any court anywhere within the state.

What are the rules for substitute service in Arizona?

Under Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 4.1(d), if personal service cannot be achieved, a copy of the summons and complaint may be left at the individual’s dwelling house or usual place of abode with a person of suitable age and discretion residing therein. Alternative or substitute service requires court authorization under Rule 4.1(k) and typically requires the serving party to demonstrate that at least five attempts were made on different days and at different times of the day. Service by publication is available under Rules 4.1(n) and 4.2(f) when the defendant cannot be located after due diligence.

Comprehensive Services in Arizona

We offer a full suite of legal support services across Arizona, including:

  • Professional process serving for all document types
  • Court filing and document retrieval
  • Skip tracing and locate services
  • Rush and same-day service (where available)
  • Sworn Affidavit of Service for every serve

Coverage Area

Our Arizona network covers the entire state, including major metropolitan areas such as Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, and Scottsdale, as well as rural and suburban communities throughout Arizona’s 15 counties.

All Arizona Locations (A-Z)

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Do you offer rush service in Arizona?

Yes, same-day and next-day rush service is often available in Arizona’s major metropolitan areas. We recommend calling or emailing us first to confirm availability so we can prioritize your file immediately.

Contact Information

United States Process Serving Corp
Phone: 1-800-465-7378
Website: www.unitedstatesprocessserving.com