Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Florida

Re: Service of Process

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You do not have to divulge the whereabouts of a person when service is made upon you. You should notify the person of the service, because once the service has been made, the case will proceed as if the person has been served properly. If there is an error in service, the person should let the court know. If not, this is the time for the person to defend against the action, not after a judgment has been entered. If the person fails to file any answer or objection, a default and final judgment will be entered for the plaintiff.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.