Transparent pricing for process serving in Kern County and throughout California. Flat-rate serves, rush fees, skip tracing, and court filing.
Kern County Process Servers charges flat-rate fees for most services. No hidden costs — you receive an itemized invoice with every job. All fees include Proof of Service documentation.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Standard serve (Kern County) | $75 |
| Standard serve (other CA counties) | $85–$110 |
| Rush / same-day serve | +$50 |
| After-hours serve (evenings/weekends) | +$35 |
| Stakeout service (per hour) | $65/hr |
| Additional service attempts (after 3) | $25 each |
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Skip tracing (basic) | $85 |
| Skip tracing (comprehensive) | $150 |
| Due Diligence Affidavit | $45 |
| Court filing (Kern County Superior) | $35 + filing fees |
| Document retrieval | $35 + copy fees |
| Witness fee calculation & tender | $20 |
We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, check, and ACH bank transfer. Law firms and government agencies may apply for net-30 billing. Payment is due upon completion unless billing terms have been established.
Attorneys and property management companies with ongoing service needs receive volume pricing. Contact us at (661) 615-4200 or [email protected] to discuss a service agreement.
Fees current as of 2026. Subject to change with notice.
Questions? Call us Monday–Saturday, 8am–6pm PT
Kern County Process Servers
CA-PI-20114 — Licensed & Bonded
(661) 615-4200