Chapter 1 Service of Process on Agent of a Nonresident Corporation
Chapter 2 Service of Process on Agent Representing Nonresident Directors of Corporations
Chapter 3 Service of Process on Nonresident Motor Vehicle Operators

Terms Used In Indiana Code > Title 34 > Article 33 - Commencement of Action: Service of Process

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
  • Service of process: The service of writs or summonses to the appropriate party.
  • Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.