How does service on a minor or incapacitated person typically occur?

• A. Service on a parent, guardian, or conservator, following court rules for protected parties.
• B. Direct service to the minor with a note to appear.
• C. Service by posting at the minor's home.
• D. Service to the minor's school.

Answer: (A)

When a minor or incapacitated person is involved, service is usually made to a person who has legal responsibility for them, such as a parent, guardian, or conservator, in accordance with the court’s rules for protected parties. This ensures the notice actually reaches someone authorized to receive it and act on it for the protected person. Direct service to the minor or incapacitated individual isn’t appropriate because they may not be able to understand or acknowledge the service. Service by posting at the home or at the minor’s school generally doesn’t satisfy the requirements for protected parties, since these methods don’t guarantee that a responsible person receives the notice. The goal is reliable, proper notice through someone empowered to handle the needs and rights of the protected party.