(a) The secretary of state, the secretary's authorized agent, a sheriff, or a constable may serve a subpoena or summons issued by the secretary of state under Section 2051.401:
(1) on an individual by:
(A) delivering an executed copy of the subpoena or summons to the individual; or
(B) mailing an executed copy of the subpoena or summons by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, to the individual's:
(i) place of residence; or
(ii) principal place of business; and
(2) on an entity by delivering or mailing a duly executed copy of the subpoena or summons to an individual for which service would be appropriate in a civil suit under state law.
(b) Proof of service of process under this section consists of:
(1) a verified return showing the manner of service; or
(2) if the service is made by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, the return receipt.
(c) By acting as an athlete agent in this state, a nonresident appoints the secretary of state as the nonresident's agent for service of process in a civil action in this state related to an act by the person as an athlete agent.