Service of Process FAQs
- What are the Missouri state codes and regulations regarding service of process?
- §375.256; §375.261; §375.906 RSMo and 20 CSR 800-2
- How do I find the registered agent for a particular insurance company?
- The director of insurance is appointed to receive service on behalf of all foreign authorized insurance companies, in any action instituted in any court of this state.
- How do I know if the company is licensed in MO?
- Visit our insurance company search page.
- How do I serve a foreign authorized insurance company?
- By delivery of (2) copies of the summons and petition by the sheriff of Cole County, MO.
- What is the address for Service of Process?
- {Name of Insurer}
c/o Director of Insurance
301 W. High Street, Room 530
Jefferson City, MO 65101 - When sending Service of Process by Mail what should I include?
- Acknowledgment Letter and Postage Paid return envelope
- Is there a fee for service?
- There is no fee charged to the plaintiff by this Department. A fee of ten dollars is charged to the defendant for accepting each service upon the company. §374.230 (10)
- Will I receive anything from Insurance indicating service has been made?
- No. Insurance will only contact you if service is rejected. If service is effective, an affidavit will be issued to the clerk of the court in which the case is filed.
- Why might service be rejected?
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- If it is not an initial summons and petition.
- If service is attempted on an individual or a non-insurance entity
- If the name of the company on the summons is incorrect
- If service is not delivered by a person over the age of 18, or is mailed without an Acknowledgment of Service by Mail pursuant to Supreme Court Rule 54.16.
- If service is attempted on a domestic insurance company
- Who do I call if I have a specific question about service of process?
- Insurance Legal Section (573) 526-0000.