DA Form 4916. Certificate of Service/Attempted Service

Form DA 4916 is a Certificate of Service/Attempted Service used to document the service or attempted service of legal documents to individuals involved in legal proceedings. The form serves as an official record of the delivery or attempted delivery of legal notices, summons, or other documents to the intended recipients.

The form consists of sections where the details of the service or attempted service are recorded, including the name and address of the recipient, the date and method of service or attempted service, and the name and contact information of the individual completing the service.

Important fields in this form include accurate recording of service details, including the recipient's information and the method of service or attempted service. Accurate completion of this form is essential for ensuring that legal documents are properly delivered and that the legal process proceeds smoothly.

Application Example: In a legal case, a party needs to serve a summons to the defendant. The party completes Form DA 4916 to record the details of the service, such as the date and time the summons was delivered and the method used (e.g., in-person delivery, certified mail). The completed form serves as proof that the summons was appropriately served to the defendant, allowing the legal proceedings to move forward.

Individuals filling out this form should consider any specific instructions or guidelines provided by legal authorities regarding the proper service of legal documents.

Related Forms: Form DA 4916 is specific to documenting service or attempted service in legal proceedings. There may be other forms used for similar purposes in civilian or other government legal systems.