Process Servers

The 2026 Process Server application period is open from November 15, 2025 through December 15, 2025.

What is a Process Server?

Process servers are needed in an assortment of tasks such as filing court papers, serving legal documents, and document retrieval. Their principal job is to deliver or “serve” legal documents to a defendant or person involved in a court case.

Process Servers are appointed on an annual basis. To be considered for appointment, petitioners must meet specific requirements for consideration. To become a Process Server in Forsyth County, the requesting party must submit an official application for review and consideration by the Chief Judge of Superior Court.

Code of Conduct

The Court requires that the following specific rules and Code of Conduct be observed by Process Servers:

Process Servers shall treat parties to be served with respect and courtesy. As such, Process Servers should refrain from behaving in a threatening or abusive manner and should avoid physical contact with the parties.
Process Servers should refrain from using threatening or vulgar language while serving process.
Process Servers should refrain from attempting to forcibly enter the home or business or other property of a party to be served.
Process Servers shall not serve process while they are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Process Servers shall not carry weapons or firearms while serving process except to the extent authorized by law.
Process servers shall not represent that they are agents or employees of the Court, the Sheriff, the County, or the State while serving process pursuant to the appointment.

Handling Complaints

Complaints may be filed regarding a violation of the Process Servers Code of Conduct by completing a complaint form and submitting it to the email address indicated at the bottom of the form.

The complaint should include:

Your name
Your mailing address, and telephone number
The name and telephone number of the person being reported
A detailed description of the violation and any supporting documentation

Any request for the status of a complaint must be made in writing and will be answered in writing. Anonymous complaints will not be accepted.

Where appropriate, the Court will seek to resolve the complaint either through informal or formal means. Notification of the final action of the Court regarding a complaint will be made as soon as such information is available. The complainant and Process Server may be asked to appear before the court.

Please be advised the Court does not have the authority to (1) provide legal advice; (2) order the Process Server to pay or refund money; (3) order the Process Server to complete or correct work or services; or (4) to provide any records or other information obtained during a review. Please contact your personal attorney to determine what civil remedies may be available to assist in recovering any losses you may have suffered because of your transaction.

Review/Inspection

The complaint will be given serious consideration by the Court and, if appropriate, a review or an inspection may be requested. To use this the Process Server Complaint Form, the Process Server MUST be an approved Superior Court Process Server.

As a standard practice, Court Staff will interview the complainant, the respondent, and any pertinent witnesses, either by telephone or in person or via a written statement. Court Staff will also gather copies of any documents relevant to the complaint. The referral of a complaint for further review does not necessarily mean that a violation has occurred. Reviews are completed as soon as possible, depending upon the nature and circumstances of the complaint. After review of the complaint, the Court may determine that an apparent violation of the Code of Conduct occurred and take the necessary actions to remedy the complaint.

2026 Process Servers Applications

Only online applications will be accepted. All application packets must be submitted electronically via our secure Process Server Application upload portal button below.

All applications must be received via the online portal by the deadline date of December 15, 2025 at 5pm EST or they will not be considered.

Applications will not be reviewed until after the submission deadline.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be domiciled in the State of Georgia.
Must possess a valid Georgia Driver's License and provide a legible copy.
Must submit a legible copy of a Birth Certificate or Certificate of Naturalization.
Must complete the Forsyth County Process Server Application.
Must submit a criminal background report, run within 2 weeks of the application submission date, indicating that the applicant has no pending criminal cases, felony convictions, or misdemeanor convictions for crimes of moral turpitude.
- NOTE – Background checks dated more than 14 days before the submission date will not be accepted. Additionally, the document must bear an official stamp or seal.
Must submit proof of passing score on the Georgia Certified Process Server State Examination.
Must submit certificate of completion for the Georgia Process Servers 12-hour Certification Training.
Must submit a certificate of completion for the Georgia 5-hour Continuing Education Training within the current year, if applicable.
Must submit proof of commercial surety bond or policy of commercial insurance
Must be endorsed by a member of the State Bar of Georgia in good standing.
Must sign the Process Server Code of Conduct.

Please visit the Judicial Council of Georgia website for more information about the Georgia Process Servers 12-hour Pre-Certification Training, the 5-hour Continuing Education Course, and the Georgia Certified Process Server State Examination.

Notification Process

All process server appointments will be posted on this page, under Approved Process Servers, once the 2026 Process Server Applications are reviewed and a decision regarding appointments has been made.

Appointment Term

If approved, your Process Server Appointment will remain effective for a one-year period beginning January 1 of the calendar year. Please note that ALL approved process servers become inactive on December 31 of each year.

For More Information

Please e-mail all questions or concerns to CourtAdministration@forsythco.com.

Process Server Application Portal

NOTE - A completed application packet and all items on the checklist shall be submitted to ensure your 2026 process server application submission is considered complete and eligible for review.

Please submit the application and all accompanying documents as a single file. Applications with modified wording or a format that differs from the online application will not be accepted.

Upon submission, you should receive a printable confirmation page.

Before Submitting: Double-check the submission file for accuracy. Incomplete applications, missing items on the checklist, or documents and photocopies that are difficult to read will render your submission ineligible for consideration.

If there is any uncertainty about the completeness or clarity of your submission, please re-submit to ensure it meets all requirements.

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