China Spring, Texas, is about 11.9 miles from the McLennan County courthouse in Waco, and a process server can deliver citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate in this community on a Standard, Rush or 24-Hour schedule. With Standard Service the attempt is made within 5 business days, with Rush Service within 48 hours, and with 24-Hour Service within 24 hours. After delivery, the signed Return of Service comes to you by email. China Spring is a Census-designated place of 1,436 people, an unincorporated community with no city government, so McLennan County courts and the county sheriff serve it.
China Spring Process Server Costs: Three Flat Tiers
On the pricing page, Standard Service is $69. Rush Service is $119 there, and 24-Hour Service is $169. China Spring orders start at the order form. There is a $100 fee added for a Texas state-court citation or summons. McLennan County constables and the sheriff serve process too, at fees the commissioners court sets each year (Local Government Code 118.131), and a private server is a separate choice.
Who May Serve Papers in China Spring: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Under Rule 103, a sheriff or constable may serve; so may a process server certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission, or any adult 18 or older authorized by law or court order. Parties and anyone interested in the result are excluded. Learn more in the certification guide.
Where China Spring Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
The McLennan County Courthouse is at 501 Washington Avenue, Waco, TX 76701-1300, in the county seat. McLennan County justice courts hear evictions and civil claims up to $20,000; the county court shares claims above $200. Justice courts never take divorce or land title cases. The precinct turns on the address in dispute, so confirm it with the McLennan County justice court clerk.
Eviction Notices in China Spring: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
China Spring landlords must give at least three days' written notice to vacate unless a written lease sets another period. The notice can be mailed, handed to a tenant 16 or older, left in a conspicuous place inside the home, or sent electronically if agreed in writing. Once the justice court case is filed, only the McLennan County Sheriff's Office or a constable may serve the citation.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for China Spring Defendants
A respondent is served by personal delivery or certified mail. If those efforts fail, a sworn statement of the locations and the facts of each attempt supports a Rule 106(b) motion, after which the court may allow service by email or delivery to someone over 16. A corporation may be served through its president or a vice president. The return must sit on file ten days before a default.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near China Spring
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest, 100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd in Waco, is about 8.9 miles away; Ascension Providence at 6901 Medical Parkway is about 11.2 miles. For law enforcement records concerning China Spring, serve the McLennan County Sheriff's Office. The witness fee is $10 per day of attendance, tendered at service; a records custodian gets $1.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around China Spring
China Spring uses ZIP 76633. Waco, Gholson and Willow Grove are nearby; see the McLennan County page.
China Spring Process Server FAQ
How soon after service can a default judgment be taken?
When the proof of service has sat with the McLennan County clerk for ten days.
Can papers be taped to a door?
Not without a Rule 106(b) order that names door posting as the method.
How is a company served?
On its registered agent at the registered office the company must keep.