Granger is a Williamson County city of about 1,178 people with its own police department, and a process server in Granger, Texas, can deliver a citation, petition, subpoena or notice to vacate. Standard Service starts an attempt within 5 business days. Rush Service starts one within 48 hours. 24-Hour Service starts one within 24 hours. Once the papers are served, the signed Return of Service under Rule 107 comes to you by email. The county courthouse is in Georgetown.
What a Process Server Costs in Granger: Three Flat Tiers
Flat prices make comparison easy. Standard Service is the lowest at $69. Rush Service is $119. 24-Hour Service is $169. The pricing page has details and the order form is how to place an order. Williamson County constables and the sheriff also serve, charging amounts that the commissioners court sets under Local Government Code 118.131.
Who May Serve Papers in Granger: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
A Granger case may be served by a sheriff or constable, by an adult 18 or older holding a written court order, or by a certified process server, according to Rule 103. A party to the lawsuit, or someone else with an interest in it, may not serve.
Where Granger Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
The Williamson County Justice Center is at 405 Martin Luther King Street, Georgetown, TX 78626, about 15.2 miles from Granger. Justice court handles civil claims up to $20,000 and evictions. County court shares claims above $200 up to $20,000 and divorce goes to district court. The precinct turns on the address in dispute, and the justice court clerk can say which one it is.
Eviction Notices in Granger: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Granger landlords must give written notice to vacate, at least three days unless the lease says otherwise, before filing. Delivery by mail, inside the home in a conspicuous place, or by hand to a tenant 16 or older is allowed, and a private server can handle the hand delivery. A sheriff or constable serves the eviction citation after a sworn petition is filed.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Granger Defendants
Citations normally reach defendants in person or by registered or certified mail with return receipt. When both fail, Rule 106(b) lets the court approve a different method after a sworn motion. Companies are served through registered agents. No default judgment may be entered until ten days after proof of service is filed.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Granger
The side issuing a subpoena pays a witness $10 for each day of attendance, and a records custodian gets $1. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center -Taylor, 305 Mallard, Taylor, is about 8.8 miles away. Ascension Seton Williamson, 201 Seton Parkway, Round Rock, is about 16.2 miles away, and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock, 300 University Blvd, is about 18.2 miles away.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Granger
Granger's ZIP code is 76530. Bartlett, Taylor and Holland are nearby.
Granger Process Server FAQ
Can I serve the papers myself?
No, interested persons are not permitted to serve.
What if the person avoids service?
The court can approve another route under Rule 106(b) if you submit a sworn motion.
How is a company served?
Through its registered agent.