Alamance County Sheriff’s Office – Civil Process Information

Civil Processes

Civil documents — including summonses, subpoenas, notices, motions, orders, writs, and pleadings — are served at a rate of $30.00 per defendant.

Out-of-State Civil Processes

For out-of-state civil process submissions, the Alamance County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) will complete an ACSO Affidavit of Service in place of any out-of-state affidavit forms.
All out-of-state processes will be attempted and/or served in accordance with the North Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure, as outlined in the North Carolina General Statutes. Accordingly, ACSO completes civil process returns using the requirements of North Carolina law only — not the laws of other states.

Fee: $100.00 per respondent/defendant (certified check or money order only)

Required Documents:

  • A service copy of the process for each respondent/defendant
  • A self-addressed, stamped envelope for the return of the affidavit
  • A cover letter listing any pertinent service information (recommended)

Mailing Address:

Alamance County Sheriff’s Office – Attn: Civil Process
109 S. Maple St.

Graham, NC 27253

In-Person Deliveries:

Alamance County Sheriff’s Office

109 S. Maple St.

Graham, NC 27253

Acceptable Forms of Payment

  • Cash
  • Business checks
  • Cashier’s checks
  • Money orders
  • Debit/credit cards

Required Copies for Civil Paperwork

Summary Ejectments:

  • 3 Summonses and 2 Complaints per defendant
  • 1 stamped envelope addressed to the tenant

Magistrate Summons – Complaint for Money Owed:

  • 2 Summonses and 1 Complaint per defendant

Writ of Possession for Real Property:

  • 1 copy of the Writ of Possession for Real Property

Subpoenas:

  • 1 copy if served by phone
  • 2 copies if served in person to produce documents

Notice of Rights to Have Exemptions Designated:

  • 2 Notices of Rights and 2 Motions

Civil Summons:

  • 2 Summonses and 1 Complaint per defendant

Writs of Execution:

  • 1 copy of the writ only

For Questions or Assistance

336-570-2652