You are responsible for providing accurate and sufficient information that will identify the individual or entity to be served or the property to be seized.
Special Instructions: mark all applicable check boxes and use the "Special Instructions" to advise of any information that will assist the USMS in expediting service.
Delay: failure to provide sufficient copies will delay service of the summons.
Government of the United States: submit two (2) additional copies of the summons and complaint for service upon the Government of the United States.
More than one item of process: the Marshal or designee will receipt for all of them on the first Form USM-285.
Notice of Service: when the process is served, you will receive the "Notice of Service" copy.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Form USM-285 |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | Yes |
| Fillable fields | 38 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 7 min |
| Edition | 03/21 |
| Issuing agency | United States Marshals Service |
| Who signs | The attorney or other originator requesting service |
| Other names | USM-285, USM 285, USM285, Form USM-285, Form 285, Process Receipt and Return |
| Official source | Form USM-285 (Rev 03/21), United States Marshals Service |
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