Alpine is the seat of Brewster County, a city of 6,039 with two ZIP codes, and its courthouse is only 0.4 miles from the center, which means a process server in Alpine, Texas can reach the clerk quickly. Citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate are served with an attempt within 5 business days, 48 hours or 24 hours depending on tier, and the signed Rule 107 Return of Service is emailed to you afterward. Big Bend Regional Medical Center is about 1.5 miles away, and the city has its own police department.
What a Process Server Costs in Alpine: Rates by Speed
The rate card has three lines. Standard Service: $69; and the attempt lands within 5 business days. Rush Service: $119; and the attempt lands within 48 hours. 24-Hour Service: $169; and the attempt lands within 24 hours. See the pricing page or start through the order form.
Brewster County's sheriff and constables also serve civil papers, charging according to a schedule the commissioners court sets (Local Government Code 118.131). Private service is another option.
Who May Serve Papers in Alpine: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Not just anyone may deliver a Texas citation. Rule 103 approves officers, adults of 18 or older who hold a written order from the court, and servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission, while it rejects parties and everyone with a personal interest in the case. The certification guide has the details.
Where Alpine Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Alpine is the county seat, so the Brewster County Courthouse at 201 West Avenue East, Alpine, TX 79830 is about 0.4 miles from the center. A justice court handles civil claims up to $20,000 and evictions. A county court overlaps for claims from $200 to $20,000; and a statutory county court may take civil cases from $500 to $325,000. The justice precinct follows the address in dispute, so the justice court clerk can confirm which applies. The Brewster County hub has more.
Eviction Notices in Alpine: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
For a landlord in Alpine, the sequence is notice first, lawsuit second. The notice to vacate is written and allows three days or more, depending on the lease. It can be mailed, handed to a tenant 16 or older, left inside the premises, or emailed when the tenant has agreed in writing. A deadline that falls on a weekend or holiday moves to the next business day because those days count. The lawsuit is a sworn petition in justice court, and the citation is served by a sheriff or constable.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Alpine Defendants
In a divorce, district court issues the citation, and the spouse must be served with it and the petition. Delivery by hand or certified mail with a return receipt comes first. If neither works, a sworn Rule 106(b) motion naming likely places and the tries so far may allow email, social media or papers left with an adult over 16. The Rule 106(b) guide walks through the motion. A company can be reached through its registered agent. Default must wait ten days after the return is filed.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Alpine
Alpine Police Department is the local agency. For records, the one hospital in range is Big Bend Regional Medical Center (2600 Highway 118 North, Alpine, TX 79830), about 1.5 miles away. Witnesses are paid $10 for each day they must attend, and custodians who produce records are paid $1. Read more in the subpoena guide.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Alpine
Alpine is served by ZIPs 79830 and 79832. The data lists no neighboring towns.
Alpine Process Server FAQ
May a plaintiff hand over the summons personally?
No. Rule 103 treats a plaintiff as an interested party and bars service.
How would a business defendant be served?
At its registered office, by delivering to the registered agent.
When does a default become available?
Ten days after the proof of service is on file.