5 CFR §1631.42
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- (a)Return of service. Each subpoena shall be accompanied by a Return of Service certificate stating the date and manner of service and the names of the persons served.
- (b)Methods of service. Subpoenas shall be served by one of the following methods:
- (1)Certified or registered mail, return receipt requested to the principal place of business or the last known residential address of the subpoenaed party.
- (2)Fax or electronic transmission to the subpoenaed party or the subpoenaed party's counsel, provided the subpoenaed party gives prior approval.
- (3)Personal delivery at the principal place of business or residence of the subpoenaed party during normal business hours.