Big Sandy is a town of roughly 1,228 people in Upshur County, and a process server in Big Sandy, Texas, is available for citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate. Customers pick Standard Service for an attempt within 5 business days, Rush Service for one within 48 hours, or 24-Hour Service for one within 24 hours. Signed proof arrives afterward as a Rule 107 Return of Service by email. The Big Sandy Police Department covers the town, and Gilmer is the county seat.
What a Process Server Costs in Big Sandy
Prices are simple. Standard Service is $69. Rush Service is $119. 24-Hour Service is $169. Read more on the pricing page and open an order on the order form. Upshur County also has constables and a sheriff, and the fees they charge come from the commissioners court under Local Government Code 118.131.
Who May Serve Papers in Big Sandy: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
According to Rule 103, a sheriff or constable may serve, as may an adult 18 or older named in a written court order and a certified process server. The rule excludes parties and anyone interested in the case. A Big Sandy resident who sues therefore cannot serve the defendant personally.
Where Big Sandy Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Filings go to the Upshur County Courthouse, 100 West Tyler Street, Gilmer, TX 75644, about 13.9 miles from Big Sandy. Justice courts accept civil claims up to $20,000 and evictions, and county courts overlap from $200 to $20,000. District court hears divorce. The justice court clerk can confirm the precinct, which turns on the address in dispute.
Eviction Notices in Big Sandy: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
In Big Sandy the landlord's first step is a written notice to vacate of at least three days, unless the lease sets another period. It can be mailed, delivered inside the home to a conspicuous place, or handed to a tenant 16 or older, which a private server can do. The justice court citation on the sworn petition must be served by a sheriff or constable.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Big Sandy Defendants
Spouses receive citations in person or by registered or certified mail with return receipt. Where that fails, Rule 106(b) lets a court authorize substituted service after a sworn motion. Companies use registered agents. Default judgment needs proof of service on file for ten days.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Big Sandy
A witness is paid $10 for each day of attendance by the party calling them, and a records custodian is paid $1. University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler, 11937 US Highway 271, Tyler, is about 13 miles away. CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital, 800 East Dawson, Tyler, is about 19.8 miles away, and UT Health East Texas Tyler Regional Hospital, 1000 South Beckham Ave, is about 20 miles away.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Big Sandy
Everything in Big Sandy shares ZIP 75755, with Hawkins, Gladewater and Gilmer as the nearest communities.
Big Sandy Process Server FAQ
Can I serve the papers myself?
No, someone with a stake in the case may not serve process.
How soon after service can a default judgment be taken?
A judge can grant it once the return has been on file ten full days, not counting filing day or judgment day.
How is a company served?
The papers are normally delivered to the business through the agent it registered with the state.