H8433

Restricts service of process of any writs, executions or summonses to the division of sheriff or a certified constable authorized pursuant to statutory law.

Introduced·4/10/26
Introduced Text

Restricts service of process to the division of sheriffs or certified constables.

This bill amends the General Laws to restrict the service of process, including writs, executions, and summonses, to the division of sheriffs or certified constables authorized by law. It specifies that no other individual can serve these documents within the state. The bill also repeals certain sections related to the service of process by the town sergeant of New Shoreham and mandates that all writs and summonses issued by a district court be directed to the division of sheriffs or authorized constables. The changes take effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 30

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 30

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 24

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)

Apr 10

House

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary