A process server in Friona, Texas, in Parmer County, can be booked as Standard for $69 (attempt within 5 business days), Rush for $119 (within 48 hours) or 24-Hour for $169 (within 24 hours). Citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate for Parmer County matters qualify, and a signed Return of Service under Rule 107 is emailed once delivery is done. Friona is a compact city of 4,168 on 1.4 square miles, and the courthouse is not in town but in Farwell.
What a Process Server Costs in Friona: Three Flat Tiers
If a deadline is loose, Standard at $69 does the job. If it is tight, Rush at $119 puts an attempt within 48 hours. The 24-Hour Service at $169 reaches that point within 24 hours. The pricing page shows the same three lines, and you can place an order any time. County constables and sheriffs follow fees set by commissioners court under Local Government Code 118.131.
Who May Serve Papers in Friona: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Under Rule 103, service can come from a sheriff or constable, from a person at least 18 holding a written court order, or from someone certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. Parties and anyone interested in how the suit ends are excluded.
Where Friona Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Parmer County's seat is Farwell, and the Parmer County Courthouse, 401 3rd Street, Farwell, is about 25.2 miles from Friona. That distance matters for in-person filings. Justice court takes civil disputes up to $20,000 and evictions; statutory county courts reach $325,000. Which justice precinct applies depends on where the address in dispute lies, so ask the county's justice court clerk. Browse the Parmer County hub.
Eviction Notices in Friona: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
A landlord starts with written notice to vacate, at least three days unless the lease says differently. Delivery can be by mail, inside the premises in a conspicuous place, or by hand to a tenant 16 or older. A private server may carry out that notice. Once a sworn petition is on file, only a sheriff or constable may serve the eviction citation.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Friona Defendants
Handing the papers to the defendant is the default method; mailing them return receipt requested is the alternative. When a person cannot be found, a Rule 106(b) motion with sworn facts may let a court approve leaving them with someone over 16, or using email or social media. For a company, look to the registered agent. No default judgment before ten days of proof on file.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Friona
Parmer County Community Hospital, 1307 Cleveland Street, is about 0.3 miles from Friona. Hereford Regional Medical Center, 801 East Third, Hereford, is about 22.6 miles away, and Plains Memorial Hospital, 310 West Halsell Street, Dimmitt, about 23.9 miles. The Friona Police Department is the town's own. Pay a witness $10 a day at service; custodians receive $1 for records.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Friona
Friona's ZIP is 79035, and Bovina is the neighbor listed.
Friona Process Server FAQ
Can I serve the papers on my own case?
No. Parties and interested persons cannot serve process.
How is a business served?
Through its registered agent, or a corporate president or vice president.