Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Pennsylvania

Because the DMV creates its own rules, or they are created by the legislature. If what appears on the DMV official site says something, you can generally rely on it. The same website also provides a telephone number who you can call for information. If you treat these people with respect, I find that they can be very helpful.

In specific answer to your question, Pa Rules regarding original service generally apply to lawsuits and matters handled by the Court. The DMV has separate rules for service of various notices. A decision by the DMV can be appealed in Court, and in that case the Rules of Civil Procedure would apply. If you are planning to appeal any decision of the DMV, you should be aware that strict time limits apply, and you should probably consult a lawyer to handle this.