Franklin is the seat of Robertson County, Texas, a city of about 1,610 people, and a process server in Franklin, TX works 0.1 miles from the courthouse. The Franklin Police Department is local, and Hearne is the one neighboring city. Customers who need a citation, petition, subpoena or notice to vacate delivered can have an attempt within 5 business days, 48 hours or 24 hours, and the signed Return of Service is emailed after delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Franklin: Three Flat Tiers
Franklin customers pay $69 for Standard Service, which means an attempt within 5 business days. They pay $119 for Rush Service, which means an attempt within 48 hours. They pay $169 for 24-Hour Service, which means an attempt within 24 hours. The pricing page explains the tiers and the order form is how a Franklin job starts. Robertson County's commissioners court sets the fees that constables and the sheriff charge under Local Government Code 118.131.
Who May Serve Papers in Franklin: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Rule 103 gives service to sheriffs and constables, to adults named in written court orders, and to servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. A party to the suit is excluded from serving.
Where Franklin Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
The Robertson County Courthouse is at 102 East Decherd Street in Franklin, about 0.1 miles away. Justice court handles civil claims up to $20,000 excluding interest and evictions. County court handles claims from $200 to $20,000 and statutory county court handles civil cases above $500 up to $325,000. The justice court clerk can confirm the precinct for an address. See the Robertson County hub.
Eviction Notices in Franklin: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Texas landlords give a written notice to vacate of at least three days before suing, unless the lease sets another period. Mailing it, leaving it in a conspicuous place inside the premises, or handing it to a tenant 16 or older all work, and a private server can hand it over. Following the filing, the citation can be served only by a sheriff or constable, though an alias may be sought if 5 business days pass.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Franklin Defendants
Citations are delivered personally or by registered or certified mail with a return receipt. When they fail, the court can be asked under Rule 106(b), on a sworn motion, to authorize something different. Registered agents take service for companies. A default judgment is not possible until proof of service has been on file ten days.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Franklin
No hospital turned up within range of Franklin, so records subpoenas usually go to the nearest hospital system. A subpoenaed witness is paid $10 for each day of attendance. A custodian of records receives $1.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Franklin
Franklin has ZIP code 77856, and Hearne is the neighboring city.
Franklin Process Server FAQ
Can I serve the papers myself?
No, a party cannot.
How is a company served?
Through its registered agent.
What if the person avoids service?
A sworn Rule 106(b) motion can ask for substituted service.