Mode of service of summons: authorised use of speed post or approved couriers with delivery acknowledgements establishing deemed service. A Magistrate may direct service of a summons at the accused's or witness's residence, business, or place of work by speed post or courier services approved by a Court of Session; where a postal or courier acknowledgement signed by the recipient or an indorsement by an authorised official indicating refusal is received, the issuing Court may declare the summons duly served.
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Mode of service of summons: authorised use of speed post or approved couriers with delivery acknowledgements establishing deemed service.
A Magistrate may direct service of a summons at the accused's or witness's residence, business, or place of work by speed post or courier services approved by a Court of Session; where a postal or courier acknowledgement signed by the recipient or an indorsement by an authorised official indicating refusal is received, the issuing Court may declare the summons duly served.
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