Hmmm. In NC, when a divorce complaint can’t be served, it’s published in a legal newspaper specifically used for that purpose, that is, elusive defendants in civil actions, such as domestic, estate matters, etc. Plaintiff is then granted divorce by default.

Where’s Lawhawk on service of process in New York state?

New York judge rules woman can use Facebook to serve divorce papers - @nydailynews
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