ARE COURTS OPEN ON HOLIDAYS?
The following are the legal holidays that will be observed by the Superior Court of Imperial during the 2026 calendar year.
2026 Holiday – Closure Schedule
The California courts will be closed in observance of the following holidays:
| New Year’s Day | Thursday, January 1 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | Monday, January 19 |
| Lincoln’s Birthday | Thursday, February 12 |
| President’s Day | Monday, February 16 |
| Cesar Chavez Day | Tuesday, March 31 |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 25 |
| Juneteenth | Friday, June 19 |
| Independence Day | Friday, July 3 |
| Labor Day | Monday, September 7 |
| Native American Day | Friday, September 25 |
| Veterans Day | Wednesday, November 11 |
| Thanksgiving | Thursday, November 26 |
| Day After Thanksgiving | Friday, November 27 |
| Christmas Day | Friday, December 25 |
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How much does it cost to get papers served?
Process serving rates can vary from case to case and state to state. Same day or rush serves are typically billed at a higher rate. The cost of a routine serve (a serve that is first attempted within several days of receiving the papers) can be as low as $40 and can go up to $150.
What is substituted service?
When an individual is unavailable for personal service, many jurisdictions allow for substituted service. This allows the process server to leave service documents with other responsible individuals such as cohabiting adults. Some jurisdictions allow for substitute service upon a person in charge at the individual’s place of business.
Can service be made by mail?
Service by mail is permitted by many U.S. jurisdictions for service on defendants located in other U.S. states or foreign countries.
Can an agent accept service of process?
Sometimes, delivery to an agent for acceptance of service or “Registered Agent” can substitute for personal service on the principal party to be served.
Can service of process be provided on Holidays?
Certain states prohibit the delivery or serving of documents on Sundays, holidays, and election days. Some states will allow the service of documents under special circumstances, such as when the service of process is pursuant to a court order.