Which statement best describes service on minors?

• A. Service may be made directly on the minor and through their guardian or conservator
• B. Service on minors is prohibited
• C. Service on minors must be by mail
• D. Service on minors requires publication

Answer: (A)

When a party involves a minor, notice must reach someone who can facially respond for the minor. You can serve the minor directly in person if feasible, or you can serve the minor’s guardian or conservator who is authorized to receive service on the minor’s behalf. This dual pathway ensures that the notice actually reaches the person who can act for the minor and pursue or respond to the case. Methods like serving by mail or by publication aren’t the standard ways to ensure proper notice to a minor, so they don’t describe how service on a minor is typically carried out.