§ 700.110
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(a)To levy upon an instrument, the levying officer shall:
(1)If the instrument is in the possession of the judgment debtor, take the instrument into custody.
(2)If the instrument is in the possession of a third person, personally serve a copy of the writ of execution and a notice of levy on the third person.
(b)If the levying officer obtains custody of the instrument, the levying officer shall, if the judgment creditor so instructs, serve a copy of the writ of execution and a notice of levy on the obligor. Service shall be made personally or by mail.