First recorded in 1605–15
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The other process server ran and sought help, court records said.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 1, 2024
After all, she played the role of the getaway driver when he fled the process server last year, so clearly she's got a history of being a willing patsy for her husband's shady behavior.
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
"I'm going to stay here and fight back, and if they try to serve me with a summons, they'd better send a robot for a process server."
From Time Crime by Freas, Kelly
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