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MCODSA

Michigan Court Officers, Deputy Sheriffs and Process Servers Association

ActiveEst. 1979stateMichigan

Mission Statement

To promote Process Serving in all courts and ensure its continued acceptance as a valid positive means of attaining jurisdiction by service of process. To advance the process serving profession through educational programs, certification, legislative advocacy, and networking.

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About Michigan Court Officers, Deputy Sheriffs and Process Servers Association

Geographic Coverage

Michigan statewide

Membership

Who can join:
Court officers, deputy sheriffs, and process servers in Michigan
Annual Dues:
$200 (due October)

Leadership

Leadership as of April 2026

  • President: Ginger Zemla, CCO
  • Vice President: Jeff Kirkpatrick
  • Immediate Past President: Michael Ramsey, CCO
  • Director: Jamie Ballard, CCO
  • Webmaster/Legislative Chairman: Jeff Kirkpatrick

Events & Conferences

  • Annual Fall Training Seminar: 2025: November 6–7 at Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville, MI; annual membership meeting held at seminar; seminars have been held since 1979

Services & Benefits

  • CPS (Certified Process Server) certification
  • CES (Certified Eviction Specialist) certification
  • CCO (Certified Court Officer) certification
  • Annual education and training seminars
  • Statewide member directory and process server locator
  • Networking
  • Association merchandise store

Legislative Involvement

MCODSA has a dedicated legislative chairman (Jeff Kirkpatrick) and historical involvement in Michigan's fee structures, court rules, and bylaws affecting process servers. The association has issued statements on behalf of members on matters of integrity and due process in legal proceedings.

Notable Information

MCODSA was founded May 9, 1979 by a group including Don Boone and Gordon De Haan, who are recognized as Honorary Life Members. The association is a 501(c)(6) organization (EIN 38-2257422). MCODSA certifications (CPS, CES, CCO) are required by some Michigan courts, including the 12th Judicial District since 2005. Seminars have been held continuously since 1979.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MCODSA?
MCODSA, the Michigan Court Officers, Deputy Sheriffs and Process Servers Association, is one of the longest-running state process server associations in the country, founded on May 9, 1979. A 501(c)(6) organization, MCODSA advances Michigan's process serving profession through education, multiple professional certifications, and legislative advocacy.
How do I join MCODSA?
You can join MCODSA through mcodsa.com. Annual dues are $200 (due in October). Membership is open to court officers, deputy sheriffs, and process servers in Michigan, and includes a free directory listing and access to the annual Fall Training Seminar.
When was MCODSA founded?
MCODSA was founded on May 9, 1979 by Don Boone, Gordon De Haan, and others. Both founding members are recognized as Honorary Life Members. MCODSA has held continuous annual training seminars since its founding, making it one of the most established state process server organizations in the country.
What certifications does MCODSA offer?
MCODSA offers three professional certifications: Certified Process Server (CPS), Certified Eviction Specialist (CES), and Certified Court Officer (CCO). Certification exams cost $100 for members and $200 for non-members, and require 8 hours of continuing education per year. Some Michigan courts, including the 12th Judicial District, require MCODSA certification.
What are the benefits of MCODSA membership?
MCODSA members benefit from access to professional certifications (CPS, CES, CCO), the annual Fall Training Seminar, a statewide member directory and process server locator, legislative advocacy, networking, and association merchandise. The annual dues of $200 include a free directory listing.
Does MCODSA hold an annual seminar?
Yes. MCODSA holds an Annual Fall Training Seminar, typically in November at Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville, Michigan. The 2025 seminar is scheduled for November 6–7. The annual membership meeting is also held at this event. These seminars have been held continuously since MCODSA's founding in 1979.
Are MCODSA certifications required by Michigan courts?
Yes, for some courts. The 12th Judicial District in Michigan has required MCODSA certification since 2005. This recognition by the courts underscores the professional credibility MCODSA certifications carry for process servers working in Michigan.

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