NY S09783

Permits service of process by electronic means (as defined in CPLR 2103(f)(2)) in surrogate's court proceedings, with the caption included in the subject line of the transmission.

Expands service by registered or certified mail to apply to both domiciliaries and non-domiciliaries, removing prior restrictions that limited this method to non-domiciliaries only.

Removes requirement for "return receipt requested" when serving process by registered or certified mail in surrogate's court matters.

Establishes service by electronic means is effective upon transmittal to the recipient in surrogate's court proceedings.

Changes service timing requirements to specify 10 days before return day for in-state personal delivery and 20 days for service within the United States by methods other than personal delivery.