How can process servers verify the identity of the person being served?

Verifying the identity of the person being served is a critical responsibility of a process server to ensure that legal documents reach the correct individual. Requesting identification or confirming identity through a physical description is the most reliable method to achieve this verification. This approach allows the process server to directly confirm that the individual they are serving is indeed the intended recipient of the documents.

Asking for identification provides clear proof of identity, while relying on physical description allows for confirmation when ID is not available. For instance, the server might compare the name and photo on an ID with the person in front of them or check distinguishing features that match a provided description.

While other methods like asking nearby people or calling a friend may seem like potential alternatives, they do not provide the same level of reliability or direct confirmation needed in a legal context. Social media profiles, although potentially helpful in some investigations, are not a legitimate or formal method to verify someone's identity in a legal serving process. Therefore, the correct method of verification emphasizes the importance of personal accountability and direct evidence when serving legal documents.