Dilley is a Frio County city of 3,272 about 16.1 miles from the courthouse in Pearsall, and a process server in Dilley, Texas can serve citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate there. Standard at $69 (attempt within 5 business days), Rush at $119 (within 48 hours) and 24-Hour at $169 (within 24 hours) are the options, and a signed Return of Service under Rule 107 is emailed once papers are delivered.
What a Process Server Costs in Dilley: Three Flat Tiers
If the deadline is a few business days off, Standard at $69 will do. A tighter deadline needs Rush at $119 for an attempt within 48 hours. A very tight one needs 24-Hour at $169 for an attempt within 24 hours. See the pricing page or order. What Frio County's sheriff and constables charge is decided by the commissioners court (Local Gov't Code 118.131).
Who May Serve Papers in Dilley: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Rule 103 allows service by sheriffs and constables, by adults 18 or older named in a written court order, and by process servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. Parties and anyone with a stake cannot.
Where Dilley Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Frio County Courthouse, 500 East San Antonio Street, Pearsall, the county seat, is about 16.1 miles from Dilley. Justice court hears evictions and civil claims up to $20,000. County court can take claims above $200. Statutory county courts reach $325,000. The address in dispute decides the precinct, so check with the justice court clerk. See the Frio County hub.
Eviction Notices in Dilley: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Texas requires written notice to vacate at least three days ahead unless the lease says otherwise. Delivery may be by mail, by leaving it inside the home in a conspicuous place, or by hand to a tenant who is 16 or older, which a private server can do. The eviction citation is served by a sheriff or constable, not a private server.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Dilley Defendants
Hand the citation and petition to the defendant or mail them return receipt requested. If that fails, the plaintiff may swear to the places the defendant might be found and the attempts made, and ask under Rule 106(b) for another method. Registered agents accept service for companies. Ten days of proof on file come before any default.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Dilley
Frio Regional Hospital, 200 S IH 35, Pearsall, is about 15.4 miles from Dilley. The Dilley Police Department handles local policing. A witness is owed $10 per day at service; a records custodian $1.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Dilley
Dilley is ZIP 78017. Pearsall and Cotulla are neighbors.
Dilley Process Server FAQ
Can I serve papers myself?
No.
How is a corporation served?
Through its registered agent.