Ferris is an Ellis County city of 2,789 with two ZIP codes, and anyone needing a process server in Ferris, Texas faces a courthouse about 14.5 miles away in Waxahachie. Citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate can be served at Standard for $69 (attempt within 5 business days), Rush for $119 (within 48 hours) or 24-Hour for $169 (within 24 hours), and the signed Return of Service under Rule 107 is emailed to you after delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Ferris: Three Flat Tiers
A Ferris order is priced on one variable. Choose Standard at $69 and the attempt can take up to five business days. Choose Rush at $119 and it happens within 48 hours. Choose 24-Hour at $169 and it happens within a day. The pricing page spells this out and /order takes the job. The Ellis County commissioners court decides what the sheriff and constables charge (Local Gov't Code 118.131).
Who May Serve Papers in Ferris: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Under Rule 103, three classes of server exist. First come law enforcement officers: the sheriff and constables. Second come adults 18 or older who hold a written court order. Third come process servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. Parties and interested persons belong to none of the three.
Where Ferris Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Waxahachie is the county seat, and the Ellis County Courts and Administration Building, 109 South Jackson Street, is about 14.5 miles from Ferris. Justice court in Ellis County hears evictions and civil claims up to $20,000. Claims above $200 may also reach county court, while statutory county courts go as high as $325,000. Precinct assignment follows the disputed address, and the county's justice court clerk can confirm it. The Ellis County hub has more.
Eviction Notices in Ferris: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Before suing, a landlord in Ferris sends a written notice to vacate. Three days is the minimum unless the lease sets a different period. Mail, inside placement in a conspicuous place, or hand delivery to a tenant 16 or older meets the delivery rule, and a private server may handle it. After filing, only the sheriff or a constable can serve the eviction citation.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Ferris Defendants
Citation and petition belong in the defendant's hands, or in the mail with a return receipt. If a defendant hides, a sworn Rule 106(b) motion listing likely locations and past attempts can persuade a judge to approve another way. Companies are served through registered agents. The clerk must hold proof of service ten days before a default may be entered.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Ferris
Crescent Medical Center Lancaster, 2600 West Pleasant Run Road, Lancaster, is about 4.7 miles away. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Waxahachie, 2400 N Interstate Highway 35E, is about 13.0 miles, and Methodist Charlton Medical Center, 3500 W Wheatland Road, Dallas, about 14.0 miles. The Ferris Police Department serves the city. A subpoenaed witness is owed $10 per day at service, and a records custodian $1.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Ferris
Ferris uses ZIP codes 75125 and 75146. Wilmer, Lancaster and Red Oak are neighbors.
Ferris Process Server FAQ
Can I serve the papers myself?
No.
How is a corporation served?
Through its registered agent.