Which term describes a report of attempted service that did not result in actual service?

• A. Subpoena Ad Testificandum
• B. Subpoena duces tecum
• C. Writ of attachment
• D. Non-service

Answer: (C)

In process serving, when you make an attempt to serve but never actually complete the service, you file a report called non-service. This term captures the status that service could not be effected despite reasonable efforts, and it typically includes details like when attempts were made and why service failed. It’s distinct from successful service and from other legal instruments.

The other terms describe different things altogether: a subpoena ad testificandum is a command to appear and testify, a subpoena duces tecum requires producing requested documents, and a writ of attachment involves seizing property to secure a judgment. None of those describe a failed service attempt, which is why non-service is the correct concept here.