Don't have an address? When you need a skip trace

Process serving needs a place where the person can actually be found. If you have no address, or the only one you have is old, attempts will not get far until the person is located. That is what skip tracing is for.

When a skip trace usually comes first

• You have no address at all
• The address you have is probably out of date
• Earlier attempts suggest the person moved

What helps the search

Full name, date of birth, last known address, employer, relatives, vehicle and social media handles all help. See what information helps locate someone for the full list.

If you already have the papers ready, check the skip trace box on the process service order. We locate the person first and then go straight into attempts.

This guide is general information. It is not legal advice and does not replace instructions from the court or your attorney.