Q: Can I have divorce papers served via certified mail to his adult sister whom he lives with and collects his mail?
A:
Yes, you can have divorce papers served via certified mail to your spouse's adult sister, whom he lives with and collects his mail. This is a valid method of service under Maryland law.
Once the certified mail package has been delivered to your spouse's adult sister, she must sign for it. The post office will then send you a return receipt, which will confirm that the package was delivered and signed for.
You must file the return receipt with the court to show that your spouse was properly served with the divorce papers.
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