The levying officer is required by statute to collect fees in advance prior to performing any services. Whenever drayage and/or storage of a large amount of property is required, a written estimate of the costs should be obtained prior to performing any levy to insure that a sufficient amount of money is on deposit to cover such costs. The plaintiff s attorney should be informed of the estimate prior to the levy. (GC 6100, CCP 488.050 CCP 685.100)
If the advanced fee provided is in the form of a check, please refer to section 6-05/500.00. Pursuant to GC 6157 (c), The Sheriff’s Instructions requesting the service of process shall not be attempted until such time the check is actually paid (clears the bank).