Sec. 3. If the person to whom a writ is directed cannot be found or refuses admittance to the sheriff, the writ may be served by:
(1) leaving the writ at the residence of the person to whom the writ is directed; or
(2) affixing the writ on some conspicuous place, either at the person’s dwelling house or where the party is confined or under restraint.
[Pre-1998 Recodification Citation: 34-1-57-8.]
As added by P.L.1-1998, SEC.21.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 34. Civil Law and Procedure
Article 25.5. Special Proceedings: Habeas Corpus
Chapter 3. Service and Return of Writ
34-25.5-3-1. Delivery of Writ to Sheriff
34-25.5-3-2. Writs Directed to Any Other Person; Delivery and Service by Sheriff
34-25.5-3-3. Service of Writ by Leaving at Residence or Affixing in Conspicuous Place
34-25.5-3-4. Return of Writ Required
34-25.5-3-5. Return of Writ; Requisites
34-25.5-3-6. Issuance of Writ or Process by Clerk of Court; Time for Service and Return