Council adopts narrower background rule changes for certified process servers

Dec 14, 2024

Judicial Council approved updates to rules under OCGA §9-11-4.1 to remove some disqualifying rule provisions (including some DUI and pending-charge exclusions) while maintaining bars for felonies and certain misdemeanor convictions; certified servers convicted after appointment must notify sheriffs within three days.

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The Judicial Council approved proposed updates to the rules governing certified civil process servers under OCGA §9-11-4.1 that narrow some disqualifications and align Georgia practice more closely with other states.

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