![]() Be sure to include the extra fee for “Restricted Delivery.” Place correct amount of postage on envelope, including additional fees, and mail.After sealing the envelope, attach green card to back of envelope.In the “Service Type” box, check “Certified”.In the “Article Number” box, write the certified mail number.In the “Article Addressed To” box, fill in the name and address of the person to whom the envelope is being mailed.Write the case number in the lower left corner.Write or stamp your office name and address on sender side of form.Prepare a green postal card ( Domestic Return Receipt, Postal form PS 3811).Staple the white portion to the document retained in the case file.Write the case number on the white portion.Beneath the certified mail sticker on the envelope, write “Return Receipt Requested”.Attach the numbered portion (green with white numbers) next to the return address at the top of the envelope.Fill out the name and address of addressee.Prepare Certified Mail Receipt (Postal form PS 3800).Write or stamp on the front of the envelope in red: “RESTRICTED DELIVERY”.Insert the documents to be served, for example, a copy of a Notice of Paternity and Support Obligation (NOPSO).Due process requires proof of service for each person. NOTE: Each party to be served must have a separate envelope even when two or more parties are at the same address. Address envelope to proper court or party.Once the envelope is prepared and mailed, the USPS representative will deliver the envelope to the designated address and have the addressee sign the green card showing service was accepted.ĭo the following to send the document via certified mail, restricted delivery, return receipt requested: ![]() This method uses a USPS green card form that is attached to the envelope. Since the online method costs less, it should be used unless the office is having technical difficulties that cannot be resolved.Įach method for serving by certified mail is outlined below: GREEN CARD METHOD USPS charges a separate fee for each service (certified mail, return receipt, and restricted delivery). With both methods the post office will return a notice of receipt that includes the date delivery was made, the name and signature of the person who received the mailing, and the delivery address. ![]()
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