Combes is a Cameron County town of 3,148 with three ZIP codes, and a process server in Combes, Texas serves it from about 27.5 miles outside the county courthouse in Brownsville. The papers might be citations, petitions, subpoenas or notices to vacate, and the speeds are Standard at $69 (attempt within 5 business days), Rush at $119 (within 48 hours) and 24-Hour at $169 (within 24 hours). Proof comes as a signed Rule 107 Return of Service by email.
What a Process Server Costs in Combes: Three Flat Tiers
Standard Service costs $69 while Rush Service costs $119 and 24-Hour Service costs $169. Each only buys speed: 5 business days, 48 hours or 24 hours to an attempt. The pricing page gives the details and the order form takes the request. County-set fees apply to Cameron County constables and the sheriff (Local Gov't Code 118.131).
Who May Serve Papers in Combes: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Rule 103 names officers, adults 18 or older appointed in writing by a court, and process servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. The case's parties, and anyone else with an interest, may not.
Where Combes Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Cameron County Courthouse, 974 East Harrison Street, Brownsville, the county seat, is about 27.5 miles from Combes. Justice court hears evictions and civil claims up to $20,000. County court can take claims above $200 and statutory county courts reach $325,000. Precinct follows the address in dispute, so ask the county's justice court clerk. See the Cameron County hub.
Eviction Notices in Combes: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
A written notice to vacate of at least three days comes before a suit, unless the lease sets another period. Mail, a conspicuous place inside the premises, or hand delivery to a tenant 16 or older counts, and a private server can do the hand delivery. After filing, the citation goes through a sheriff or constable.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Combes Defendants
The usual routes are personal delivery and return-receipt mail. A defendant who cannot be found may be served another way if the judge approves it on a sworn Rule 106(b) motion. Registered agents accept papers for companies. A default is barred until the return has been on file ten days.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Combes
Harlingen Medical Center, 5501 South Expressway 77, Harlingen, is about 3.7 miles away. Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company LLC, 2101 Pease St, Harlingen, is about 6.0 miles, and Knapp Medical Center, 1401 East Eight Street, Weslaco, about 16.9 miles. Combes also has its own Police Department. A witness is owed $10 per day at service, and a records custodian $1.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Combes
Combes uses ZIP codes 78535, 78550 and 78552. Primera, Harlingen and Palm Valley are neighbors.
Combes Process Server FAQ
Can I serve papers myself?
No.
How do I serve a company?
Through its registered agent.