First recorded in 1605–15
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He once got so aggressive trying to escape a subpoena that the process server described him dashing to a car and peeling away.
From Salon • Sep. 7, 2023
At that point, the process server later recounted, Mr. Paxton ran from the garage, climbed into the truck, and the couple disappeared down the street, leaving him to deposit the subpoena on the ground.
From New York Times • May 31, 2023
The opening segment of “Night Court” with John Larroquette as a process server was wonderful entertainment and so well written.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2023
Republican Sen. Angela Paxton opened it, telling the process server her husband was on the phone, according to the court document, which was first reported by The Texas Tribune.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 27, 2022
If possible they will escape the process server.
From The Man in Court by Wells, Frederic DeWitt
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