25-3-101. Definitions. As used in parts 2 and 3 of this chapter, the following definitions apply: (1) ”Notice” includes all papers and orders (except process) required to be served in any proceeding before any court, board, or officer or required by law to be served independently of such proceeding. (2) ”Process” includes all writs, warrants, summonses, and orders […]
25-3-102 through 25-3-104 reserved.
25-3-105. Person serving process — penalty for obstruction — exception. (1) A process server registered under Title 37, chapter 60, a licensed attorney, or a sheriff, constable, coroner, elisor, or other government employee who is acting in the course of the person’s employment while serving process is a public servant for the purpose of determining the […]
25-3-106. Medical malpractice claims — time limit. A plaintiff in a medical malpractice action shall accomplish service within 6 months after filing the complaint. If the plaintiff fails to do so, the court, on motion or on its own initiative, shall dismiss the action without prejudice unless the defendant has made an appearance. History: En. Sec. 19, […]
