César Chávez, Texas, is an unincorporated community in Hidalgo County, about 3.2 miles from the county courthouse in Edinburg, and a process server can deliver citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate there under three tiers. Standard Service attempts first within 5 business days; Rush Service within 48 hours; 24-Hour Service within 24 hours. A signed Return of Service is emailed when the papers are delivered. César Chávez is a Census-designated place of 1,608 residents with no city government, served by Hidalgo County courts and the county sheriff.
What a Process Server Costs in César Chávez: Three Flat Tiers
Standard Service costs $69. For Rush Service the price is $119; for 24-Hour Service it is $169. See the pricing page, then use the order form. Texas state-court citations and summonses add a $100 fee because only a sheriff, constable or certified process server may serve them. Hidalgo County constables and the sheriff also serve papers, at fees the commissioners court sets under Local Government Code 118.131.
Who May Serve Papers in César Chávez: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Rule 103 allows sheriffs, constables, adults 18 or older authorized by law or court order, and process servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. The person suing, and anyone interested in the outcome, is barred.
Where César Chávez Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Cases go to Edinburg, the county seat, where the Hidalgo County Courthouse is at 100 North Closner Boulevard, Edinburg, TX 78539. Hidalgo County justice courts handle evictions and claims up to $20,000; the county court overlaps above $200. The precinct depends on the address in dispute, so check with the Hidalgo County justice court clerk.
Eviction Notices in César Chávez: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
A landlord must deliver at least three days' written notice to vacate, unless a written lease sets a different time. Texas counts mail, a copy handed to any tenant 16 or older, a copy left in a conspicuous place inside the premises, or electronic delivery the parties agreed to in writing. Only the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office or a constable may serve the eviction citation after filing.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for César Chávez Defendants
Personal delivery or certified mail comes first. If the respondent avoids it, a sworn statement of the attempts lets the court consider a Rule 106(b) order allowing delivery to someone over 16 or by email; the Rule 106(b) guide explains. A corporation's registered agent accepts service. Default waits until the return has been on file ten days.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near César Chávez
Driscoll Children's Hospital Rio Grande Valley, 2820 W Michaelangelo Drive in Edinburg, is about 4.9 miles away; South Texas Health System at 1102 W Trenton Road is about 5.5 miles. Send subpoenas for law enforcement records to the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. A witness receives $10 per day of attendance at service, and a records custodian $1.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around César Chávez
César Chávez uses ZIP 78542. Edinburg, Murillo and Doolittle are nearby; see the Hidalgo County page.
César Chávez Process Server FAQ
Can papers be taped to a door?
Not a citation, unless the court has granted a Rule 106(b) order naming that method.
How soon after service can a default judgment be taken?
The return must be on file ten days, excluding the filing day and the day of judgment.
Can I serve the papers myself?
No. Rule 103 bars anyone who is a party to the case from serving its process.