A process server in Commerce, Texas, a Hunt County city of 9,087, can handle citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate, with attempts within 5 business days, 48 hours or 24 hours depending on tier. You are emailed a signed Rule 107 Return of Service once papers are delivered. The county seat, Greenville, is 13.9 miles away, though Commerce keeps its own police department.
Process Server Costs in Commerce: Standard, Rush and 24-Hour Prices
Three prices on the pricing page; order through the order form.
- Commerce jobs on the slowest tier cost $69; and the attempt waits no longer than 5 business days.
- Step up to Rush at $119 and the attempt moves to within 48 hours.
- Choose the 24-Hour tier at $169 and the attempt happens within 24 hours.
If you would rather use the Hunt County sheriff or a constable, their charges are set by commissioners court, per Local Government Code 118.131. A private server is simply another option.
Who May Serve Papers in Commerce: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Rule 103 allows service by a sheriff, constable or other authorized officer, by someone 18 or over holding a written court order, or by a person certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. Interested people and the parties themselves cannot. A guide to Rule 103 is available.
Where Commerce Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
The county courthouse is in Greenville: Hunt County Courthouse, 2507 Lee Street, Greenville, TX 75401, about 13.9 miles from Commerce. Justice courts hear civil claims to $20,000 and also evictions. County court overlaps for claims over $200 and up to $20,000. Statutory county courts cover civil cases from $500 up to $325,000 where they exist. The precinct hinges on where the disputed address lies, and the county's justice court clerk can say which one. The Hunt County hub has further detail.
Eviction Notices in Commerce: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
A written notice to vacate has to give at least three days, unless the lease sets a shorter or longer time. Delivery may be by mail, by hand to a tenant 16 or older, inside the premises in a conspicuous spot, or by email if the parties agreed in writing. All days count, yet a deadline falling on a weekend or holiday moves to the next business day. Next is a sworn justice court petition, and only a sheriff or constable serves that citation.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Commerce Defendants
Divorce is a district court case, and the citation goes with the petition. It can be delivered in person or sent by certified mail with return receipt requested. If neither works, Rule 106(b) lets a judge approve other service, including email or social media, after a sworn motion listing locations and prior tries. The defendant then answers by 10:00 a.m. on the Monday following 20 days from service. A default waits for ten days of proof on file. A corporation's president or vice president is also an agent for service.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Commerce
Commerce maintains its own police department. Hospitals in range are Hunt Regional Medical Center (4215 Joe Ramsey Blvd E, Greenville, TX 75401, about 15.3 miles) and CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital Sulphur Springs (115 Airport Rd, Sulphur Springs, TX 75482, about 18.3 miles). A witness is owed $10 for each day and a custodian $1 for records. The subpoena guide goes further.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Commerce
Mail in Commerce goes to 75428, and the places named next door are Wolfe City, Cooper and Greenville.
Commerce Process Server FAQ
Can papers be taped to a door?
Not without a Rule 106(b) order.
How is a company served?
Through its registered agent; failing that, through the Secretary of State.
Can I serve the papers myself?
No, parties are not permitted to.