What must occur if two attempts to serve a DBA fail?

When two attempts to serve a "Doing Business As" (DBA) individual fail, the next step is to serve the individual in charge of the business. This is a critical point because the law recognizes that the person overseeing the business can often receive legal documents on behalf of the business entity, ensuring that legal proceedings can move forward without being stalled due to difficulties in reaching the DBA registrant directly.

This approach is rooted in the principle that the individual in charge has a vested interest in the business and should be held accountable for its legal obligations. As such, serving this individual typically fulfills the requirement of notifying the business of legal actions while also adhering to established service protocols.

In contrast, alternative methods like serving at another location, attempting to serve another individual, or abandoning the attempt may not provide the responsible party any legal notice of the proceedings. Such methods could potentially complicate the legal process or delay justice, which is why serving the individual in charge remains the most effective and legally sound course of action.