Discreet Stakeout Services for Hard-to-Serve Individuals

When standard service attempts are no longer effective, Daybreak Process Serving can provide a structured, time-tracked stakeout to help complete service while maintaining safety and legal compliance.

Detailed Logs

Affidavit Provided

Oregon Only

“Wait & Serve”

Stakeout “Wait & Serve” Rate

$200/hr — 2 Hour Minimum

Billed in hour increments after the initial 2 hours. A separate service fee is also required based on the service address and speed of service.

Time-Tracked Stakeout

Hourly Updates

All stakeouts must be pre-approved and prepaid prior to scheduling. Availability is limited and dependent on case details, location, and safety considerations.

When A Stakeout May Be Appropriate

Stakeout services are best used in situations where there is a reasonable expectation that the subject will appear at a specific location within a defined window of time. Common scenarios include:

Subjects Who Appear At A Residence Or Workplace At Predictable Times
Individuals Actively Avoiding Service After Multiple Documented Attempts
Cases With Time-Sensitive Deadlines Where Traditional Service Has Not Been Successful

Where We Currently Offer Stakeouts

Stakeout Services Are Currently Offered Only Within The Following Oregon Counties:

Washington County Multnomah County Clackamas County Marion County

If your case is outside these counties, please reach out. In limited situations, extended coverage may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

How Stakeout Services Work

A simple four-step process, with expectations set before any time is scheduled.

Start by reaching out via email to info@daybreakserving.com with your case details, service address, and any deadlines.

Case Review & Strategy

We review the file to determine whether a stakeout is appropriate, safe, and likely to be effective given the information you provide.

Quote & Invoice

You receive a clear quote covering the $200/hr rate (2-hour minimum), estimated hours, and the required service fee. The minimum and service fee must be prepaid.

Stakeout, Service & Report

We conduct the stakeout, document time on-site, document what occured, and provide a summary for your records and potential court use.

Ready to discuss a potential stakeout?
Provide your case details, deadlines, and service address so we can review and confirm availability.

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Stakeout services are not guaranteed and are approved on a case-by-case basis. All activities are performed in accordance with applicable laws and with a focus on safety, professionalism, and ethical conduct.

Don’t Think A Stakeout Is Right For Your Case?

In many Oregon Cases, Especially When A Defendant Is Avoiding Service, You May Pursue A Motion For Alternative Service Instead Of, Or In Addition To A Stakeout. Alternative Service Can Allow For Service By Text, E-Mail, Mail, Posting, Or Other Court-Approved Methods When Traditional Service Is Not Practical.

Learn more about Oregon Alternative Service Options →