Statewide Certification Rule Changes in Atlanta, GA (2025)

Georgia has implemented new rules for the Certified Process Server Program effective January 1, 2025. These rules govern:

• Who may serve process statewide (private servers must meet background and training standards),
• Certification requirements (exams, background checks, insurance),
• Renewal and ethics standards under Georgia Code, O.C.G.A. § 9-11-4.1. Georgia Courts+1

These changes reflect a trend toward greater professionalization and oversight of private servers in Georgia — especially in large urban areas like Atlanta.