Process Server Fees & Pricing
Process server fees in Kern County and California: flat $85 standard, $125 priority rush and $165 same-day service in Bakersfield and statewide, plus add-ons.
Process Serving Fees & Pricing
Kern County Process Servers offers transparent flat-rate pricing across Kern County and California. Every service tier includes up to three field attempts across varied hours and a completed Judicial Council Form POS-010 Proof of Service.
Flat-Rate Dispatch Tiers
| Service Tier | Flat Fee | First Attempt Window | Included Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Service | $85 | Within 48 Hours | Up to 3 attempts (AM/PM/Weekend) + Form POS-010 |
| Priority Rush Service | $125 | Within 24 Hours | Priority routing + Declaration of Diligence |
| Same-Day Emergency | $165 | Same Calendar Day | Immediate dispatch (orders before 2:00 PM PT) |
Additional Legal Support Services
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Substituted service first-class mailing (CCP § 415.20) | Included |
| Declaration of Due Diligence | Included with attempts |
| Skip tracing (address locate) | $85–$150 |
| Statutory witness / custodian fee advancement (§ 68093 / § 1563) | Billed at statutory cost + $20 advancement fee |
| Stakeout / scheduled wait time | $75/hr |
Online Ordering & Payment
Upload your PDF pleadings and authorize service directly through our online order page. We accept major credit and debit cards online and provide itemized receipts for recoverable court costs under CCP § 1033.5(a)(4)(B).
Ready to serve documents in California? Submit online Monday–Saturday