Civil Process
The Essex County Sheriff’s Department Civil Process Division delivers legal documents and enforces civil court orders throughout Essex County. Under Massachusetts law (MGL Ch. 37, Sec. 11 & 12), Sheriffs and their Deputies serve all legal documents in the county and are trained to handle both court and non-court papers with the same professionalism expected of all law enforcement officers.
The division carries out court-ordered actions including property seizures and sales, wage garnishments, and arrests. Staff and Deputies work to meet court deadlines, improve communication, and ensure accurate, timely service.
Operating as a public agency since 1997, the division employs uniformed and non-uniformed personnel at offices in Salem and Lawrence. Unlike private firms, it is committed to public service, accountability, and continually improving how civil process is delivered.
For questions or assistance, you can reach our Civil Process Offices at the following locations:
Salem Civil Process Office
35 Congress St., Suite 2100A, Salem, MA. 01970
978-750-1900, ext. 3590
Lawrence Civil Process Office
360 Merrimack Street, Entrance G, 4th Floor, Lawrence, MA 01840
978-750-1900, ext. 3703 & 3709
You may also reach the Civil Process Office by email at civilprocess@essexsheriffma.org
Notice of Sale
There are no Notices of Sale posted at this time. This page is updated as new sales are scheduled. Please check back soon for updates.
