Could I be served papers that are for my spouse?
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Could I be served papers that are for my spouse?
Someone came to my door and serve me with the court papers for my husband.
Asked on December 19, 2011 under Bankruptcy Law, Maryland
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
For a definitive answer, you would need to repost your question with the state you are in, since the rules for service of process are set on a case by case basis.
That said, in the states with which I am familiar (e.g. NY, NJ), it is proper service if the papers are left with a person of proper age and discretion residing with the person to be served. The wife of the person being served would certainly qualify, making the service legal. I'm not aware of any state that would not find this proper service, but again, if you repost your answer, someone can double check the specific state rules for you.
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