CIV-RCF-62 – Service Other Than By Personal Delivery – New York
The “CIV-RCF-62 – Service Other Than By Personal Delivery” form is used in the State of New York to document attempts to serve legal papers to a tenant when personal delivery is not possible. This form includes sections for recording information about the person making the service, the property in question, the attempts made to serve the papers, and the method of alternate service used. It also includes an affirmation section where the server declares under penalty of perjury that the information provided is accurate.
How to Fill Out the Form
County
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- Enter the name of the county where the service is being attempted.
Affirmation
- Enter your name affirming that you are over 18 years old and have not served more than five papers in the past year.
- Provide your residence address.
Property Details
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- Describe the property sought to be recovered.
Attempted Personal Service
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- Indicate the date and time when you attempted to serve the tenant by personal delivery and were unable to do so.
Substituted Service
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- If you gained admittance to the property, describe how you delivered and left a copy of the papers with a person of suitable age and discretion who was willing to receive them.
Conspicuous Place Service
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- If you were unable to gain admittance, describe how you affixed a copy of the papers to a conspicuous part of the property (e.g., the entrance door).
Second Attempt
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- Record the date and time of your second attempt at personal service.
Mailing
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- Provide the date when you mailed a copy of the papers to the tenant, along with details of the address used (tenant’s residence, place of business, or corporate office).
Affirmation of Truth
- Enter the current date.
- Print your name and sign the form to affirm under penalty of perjury that the information provided is true and correct.
Additional Information
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- Use any additional fields as necessary to provide more detailed information about the service attempts.
Ensure all sections are filled out completely and accurately to comply with legal requirements. This form must be completed and signed to be valid for filing in court.
Disclaimer: This guide is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. You should consult the Residential Tenancies Act or a legal professional.
