Document background
The Evasion Affidavit is a critical legal document used when standard service of process proves impossible due to the subject's apparent avoidance. This document becomes necessary when multiple attempts to serve legal papers have failed and there is evidence suggesting deliberate evasion. The affidavit must include specific dates, times, locations, and methods of attempted service, along with observations supporting the conclusion of intentional avoidance. In U.S. jurisdictions, this document often serves as the foundation for requesting alternative service methods from the court, such as service by publication or posting. The Evasion Affidavit must be properly sworn and notarized to be valid for court proceedings.
