Brownwood works as both the Brown County seat and a city of 18,882 people on 14.9 square miles, so a process server in Brownwood, Texas needs only a short run to reach the courthouse. Standard Service puts an attempt within 5 business days. Rush Service puts it within 48 hours, and 24-Hour Service puts it within 24 hours. Papers can be citations, petitions, subpoenas or notices, and every delivery ends with a signed Rule 107 Return of Service sent to your email. Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood is the nearest hospital listed.
What a Process Server Costs in Brownwood: Three Flat Tiers
What does it cost here? $69 buys Standard Service. $119 buys Rush Service. $169 buys 24-Hour Service. These match the pricing page, and the order form offers the same three. If the Brown County constable or sheriff is on your list, bear in mind that their fees are determined by the commissioners court under Local Government Code 118.131 and are not shown here. A private server is another possibility.
Who May Serve Papers in Brownwood: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Texas wants service done by someone with no horse in the race. Rule 103 therefore allows sheriffs and constables, and other persons authorized by law. It allows an adult of 18 or more if a written court order names the adult. It allows a process server certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. It does not allow the plaintiff, the defendant or any other interested person. The certification guide explains how the credential works.
Where Brownwood Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
In Brownwood the courthouse is downtown: the Brown County Courthouse is at 200 South Broadway Street, Brownwood, TX 76801, about 0.7 miles from the city's center, and Brownwood is the county seat. Justice court is the venue for civil claims up to $20,000 (excluding interest) and for evictions. It cannot decide divorces. County courts overlap on amounts above $200 up to $20,000 and civil cases over $500 up to $325,000 may be taken by a statutory county court or a district court. For the precinct, ask the justice court clerk, who can match it to the disputed address. See the Brown County page.
Eviction Notices in Brownwood: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Eviction in Brownwood is a matter of order. First, a written notice to vacate of at least three days, unless the lease or agreement sets a different period. Second, delivery by mail, inside the premises in a conspicuous place, by hand to a tenant 16 or older, or electronically if agreed in writing. Third, patience through the notice days, which include weekends and holidays, with a last day on one rolling to the next business day. Fourth, a sworn petition in justice court. A private server is allowed to handle the delivery in step two. The eviction citation is reserved for a sheriff or constable, and an alias citation may be requested after 5 business days.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Brownwood Defendants
Serving a spouse in a divorce begins with the citation and petition: in person, or by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested. If that fails, Rule 106(b) lets the plaintiff ask the court for another route, supported by a sworn statement of likely locations and prior attempts. A judge might approve papers left with someone older than 16, or email or social media delivery. Businesses can be served through a registered agent, a corporation's president or vice president, or the Secretary of State. The court cannot enter a default until proof of service has been on file ten days. The Rule 106(b) guide walks through the motion.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Brownwood
Brownwood Police Department takes local reports. For medical records, Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood, 1501 Burnet Dr, Brownwood, TX 76801, is about 2.3 miles away, and it is the only hospital in range. A subpoena is delivered by handing the witness a copy with whatever fee the law requires. The witness fee is $10 for each day of attendance, paid by the party who summons, and the fee for a custodian who produces records is $1. For documents from a nonparty, all parties get 10 days' notice before the subpoena is served. The fee guide has more.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Brownwood
Brownwood is covered by ZIP codes 76801 and 76802, and the neighboring towns listed are Early and Bangs.
Brownwood Process Server FAQ
Can I serve the papers myself?
No. You have a stake in the case, and Rule 103 bars anyone with a stake.
How is a company served?
Through its registered agent, an officer such as a president or vice president, or the Secretary of State as a fallback. See services and the FAQ.