Chandler, in Henderson County, has 3,271 residents on 6.1 square miles, and its courthouse in Athens is about 23.3 miles away, so a process server in Chandler, Texas matters for filings. Citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate can be served as Standard at $69 (attempt within 5 business days), Rush at $119 (within 48 hours) or 24-Hour at $169 (within 24 hours), and a signed Return of Service under Rule 107 arrives by email.
What a Process Server Costs in Chandler: Three Flat Tiers
Standard at $69 leaves up to 5 business days for the attempt. Rush at $119 means the attempt comes within 48 hours. 24-Hour at $169 means it comes within 24 hours. The pricing page and order form show the same figures. Henderson County constables and sheriff charge rates set by the commissioners court (Local Gov't Code 118.131).
Who May Serve Papers in Chandler: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Under Rule 103, sheriffs, constables, adults 18 or older named in a written court order, and process servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission may serve. Nobody with a stake in the suit may do the serving.
Where Chandler Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Athens is the county seat, and the Henderson County Courthouse, 100 East Tyler Street, is about 23.3 miles from Chandler. Evictions and civil claims up to $20,000 go to justice court. County courts can take claims above $200 and statutory county courts reach $325,000. Because the precinct depends on the address in dispute, the county's justice court clerk can confirm. The Henderson County hub has more.
Eviction Notices in Chandler: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
A written notice to vacate of at least three days precedes a suit, unless the lease sets another period. Mail, a conspicuous spot inside the premises, or hand delivery to a tenant 16 or older satisfies the rule, and a private server can deliver. The citation in the eviction case itself is for a sheriff or constable.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Chandler Defendants
Citations and petitions are delivered personally or mailed return receipt requested. If the defendant dodges, Rule 106(b) lets a judge approve another method on a sworn motion about where the person may be and what was tried. Registered agents receive service for businesses. A default must wait ten days from the return's filing.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Chandler
Tyler hospitals are the closest on file: Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital, 1814 Roseland Boulevard, about 10.3 miles; UT Health East Texas Tyler Regional Hospital, 1000 South Beckham Ave, about 10.8 miles; and CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital, 800 East Dawson, about 10.9 miles. Chandler maintains its own Police Department. A summoned witness is owed $10 for each day, and a custodian of records is owed $1 for certifying them.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Chandler
Chandler is ZIP 75758. Brownsboro, Tyler and Hideaway are neighbors.
Chandler Process Server FAQ
Can I serve my own papers?
No.
How soon can a default be taken?
Not until proof of service has sat on file for ten days, leaving out the filing day and the judgment day.