2.04.070 Return of Summons

The "return" of the summons is the police officer's or third party's signed statement on the summons that he served a true copy thereof by personal service as directed or that he was unable to serve it. The date of service, if any and date of return and method of service must be stated on the return by the officer or third party; and when returned, the summons shall be dated and filed with the complaint by the clerk. Should the summons be served by certified mail, return receipt requested, the receipt shall constitute proof of service and shall be filed with the complaint by the clerk.