United States Process Serving Corp provides professional and reliable process serving across Arkansas. Our network of experienced process servers ensures your legal documents are delivered promptly and in compliance with the Arkansas Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule 4, and Administrative Order No. 20.
Arkansas Process Serving Laws
Arkansas requires private process servers to be appointed by the Circuit Court under Arkansas Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 4(c)(2) and Administrative Order No. 20. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, a United States citizen, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, possess a valid driver’s license, have no conviction for a crime punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or involving dishonesty, and demonstrate familiarity with Rules 4, 5, and 45 of the Arkansas Rules of Civil Procedure. Appointments are granted for a fixed term not to exceed three years and are renewable. Each judicial district may establish additional qualifications beyond the statewide minimums. When serving process, each appointed process server must carry a certified copy of their order of appointment and a valid driver’s license. Process may also be served by the sheriff or a deputy sheriff within their county under Arkansas Code § 16-58-107.
Arkansas Legal Resource Centre
Serving documents in Arkansas requires compliance with the Arkansas Rules of Civil Procedure and Administrative Order No. 20. Below are answers to common questions regarding service of process in this state.
Frequently Asked Questions (Arkansas)
What is the Small Claims limit in Arkansas?
The Small Claims limit in Arkansas is $5,000, exclusive of interest and costs. Small claims cases are heard in the Small Claims Division of the Arkansas District Court under Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order No. 18. Attorneys are not permitted to represent parties in small claims cases. Jury trials are not allowed. The defendant must file a written answer within 30 days of service to avoid a default judgment.
Who can serve process in Arkansas?
Arkansas requires private process servers to be appointed by the Circuit Court under ARCP Rule 4(c)(2) and Administrative Order No. 20. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, a US citizen, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, possess a valid driver’s license, and have no disqualifying criminal convictions. Appointments are for a fixed term of up to three years. Process may also be served by sheriffs and deputy sheriffs, or by the court clerk via certified mail in small claims cases.
What are the rules for substitute service in Arkansas?
Under ARCP Rule 4(d)(1), if personal service cannot be made, a copy of the summons and complaint may be left at the individual’s usual place of abode with a person of suitable age and discretion then residing therein. If the recipient refuses to accept the documents, leaving them in the person’s presence is still considered valid service. Service must be completed within 120 days of filing the complaint under Rule 4(i), or the case may be dismissed unless good cause is shown. Service by publication is available under Rule 4(f) when the defendant cannot be located after diligent efforts.
Comprehensive Services in Arkansas
We offer a full suite of legal support services across Arkansas, 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 Arkansas network covers the entire state, including major metropolitan areas such as Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and Springdale, as well as rural and suburban communities throughout Arkansas’s 75 counties.
All Arkansas Locations (A-Z)
Click on a city below to connect with our local process server:
- Bentonville Process Servers — Serving Benton County
- Rogers Process Servers — Serving Benton County
Do you offer rush service in Arkansas?
Yes, same-day and next-day rush service is often available in Arkansas’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