What is the requirement to receive special appointment by a court?

To receive a special appointment by a court, the requirement of being over 18 years of age ensures that the individual is considered an adult and legally capable of carrying out the responsibilities that come with serving legal documents. This age threshold aligns with general legal standards that recognize individuals over this age as having the maturity and legal capacity to engage in contractual and formal obligations, which includes the duties of a process server.

Having this minimum age requirement helps to maintain a standard where appointed individuals are sufficiently mature to understand the legal process and the implications of their role in serving documents, supporting the integrity of the judicial process.