Cameron is the seat of Milam County, a city of 5,312 whose courthouse is 0.7 miles from the center, so a process server in Cameron, Texas works close to the clerk's office. Anything from a citation to a subpoena or notice to vacate can be handed over. An attempt starts within 5 business days, within 48 hours or within 24 hours, depending on the tier, and a signed Rule 107 Return of Service is emailed afterward. Cameron has its own police department, and no hospital appears within range in the data.
What a Process Server Costs in Cameron: Flat Tier Prices
Standard Service is priced at $69 and its attempt lands within 5 business days. Rush Service is priced at $119 and its attempt lands within 48 hours. 24-Hour Service is priced at $169 and its attempt lands within 24 hours. The pricing page has the numbers, and the order form is where you order.
The Milam County sheriff and constables serve papers too, with fees set by the commissioners court under Local Government Code 118.131. Private service is a different path.
Who May Serve Papers in Cameron: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Rule 103 narrows the field to officers, adults aged 18 or older with a written court order, and servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. The plaintiff, the defendant and every other interested person are shut out. The certification guide has the background.
Where Cameron Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Cameron is the county seat, so the Milam County Courthouse at 102 South Fannin Avenue, Cameron, TX 76520 is about 0.7 miles from the center. A justice court takes evictions and civil claims up to $20,000. A county court overlaps from $200 to $20,000; and a statutory county court can hear civil cases from $500 to $325,000. The disputed address decides the justice precinct, and the justice court clerk can confirm it. See the Milam County hub.
Eviction Notices in Cameron: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Texas wants a written notice to vacate before an eviction suit. Cameron landlords give three days at least, unless the lease sets something else. Delivery can be by mail, by hand to a tenant 16 or older, inside the premises, or by email under a written agreement. Weekend and holiday days are counted, and a deadline on one moves to the next business day. The sworn petition is filed in justice court after that, and a sheriff or constable serves the citation.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Cameron Defendants
A divorce is filed in district court. The defendant should get the citation and petition in hand, or by certified mail with a return receipt. If those fail, a sworn Rule 106(b) motion listing likely places and earlier tries may win approval for email, social media or papers left with an adult over 16. The Rule 106(b) guide explains. Companies receive papers at the registered agent. A plaintiff cannot ask for default until the return has been filed ten days.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Cameron
Cameron Police Department is the local agency. No hospital is listed within range of Cameron, so a records subpoena usually goes to the nearest hospital system that holds the chart. A witness is owed $10 per day of attendance and a records custodian $1. The subpoena guide has more.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Cameron
Cameron is ZIP 76520. Neighbors listed: Rockdale, Rosebud and Rogers.
Cameron Process Server FAQ
Can a party serve?
No.
How is a company served?
Through its registered agent.
When can a default be taken?
Ten days after proof is filed.