Service by Publication is used when service has been returned indicating that the other party could not be located. You must prove to the Court that you have made a reasonable effort to locate him/her.
Follow these instructions to complete a Diligent Search and Inquiry. The form lists places to search for the other party.
The five places listed below are the minimum requirements that must be done:
You are required to file written proof of your search efforts such as payment receipts, printed search results, letters from companies/organizations/businesses and/or other proof of your attempts to locate information on the other party.
Form 12.913(b) Affidavit of Diligent Search and Inquiry has more places to search that may be needed for you to complete your diligent search.