One copy for each person to be served. If you would like a copy with the Affidavit of Service, please provide an extra copy.
Can papers be served immediately?
We attempt to serve papers as efficiently as possible, but cannot guarantee immediate service. Please allow sufficient time to locate the individual and serve the papers.
Can you serve the papers at a specific time/date?
We will attempt to accommodate specific date/time requests, however, we cannot guarantee that our process server or deputy will be available to meet that request.
Do the papers need to be served to the person named on the papers or can you give them to whoever answers the door?
Some papers require "personal" service and must be served on the person named. Other papers can be served to someone else at the residence (at least 14 years of age) after 3 attempts have been made.
How will I know when the papers are served?
You will receive an Affidavit of Service in the mail (or via email per your request) once the papers are served.
I have papers to serve on a person in Chippewa County, where do I bring them?
You can bring your papers to Chippewa County Sheriff's Office, 32 E. Spruce St., Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 or mail them to the same address. The clerical window is open Monday - Thursday 7:30 - 4:30 and Friday 7:30 - 11:30, excluding holidays, the Friday after Thanksgiving and July 5th. There is an after-hours drop box located in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office. Be sure to include payment, service information form and proper number of copies.
Is pre-payment required?
Yes, please see the fees table for information.
Where can I get information on evictions?
Contact Consumer Protection at 1-800-422-7128 or Click on the Wisconsin Way Website under QUICK LINKS.
Why can't you put the papers in the mailbox or in the door?
State statues require papers to be personally served. In some cases, after multiple attempts have been made, we can mail the service and post at the recipient's residence.
Will the Sheriff's Office provide address information if I am not sure where they live?
No. You will must provide a current physical Chippewa County address in order for us to attempt service.