A process server in Hillsboro, Texas, the Hill County seat of 8,190 residents, can serve citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate. Choose an attempt within 5 business days, within 48 hours or within 24 hours, and a signed Rule 107 Return of Service arrives by email. The courthouse is about 0.9 miles away, Hill Regional Hospital is about 1.4 miles away, and Itasca, Whitney and West are listed neighbors.
What a Process Server Costs in Hillsboro
Check the pricing page, then place the job on the order form.
- Standard: $69 for an attempt within 5 business days.
- Rush: $119 for an attempt within 48 hours.
- 24-Hour: $169 for an attempt within 24 hours.
Hill County constables and the sheriff serve civil papers too, at fees the commissioners court sets (Local Government Code 118.131). A private server is another possibility.
Who May Serve Papers in Hillsboro: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Texas Rule 103 permits sheriffs, constables and others authorized by law, adults 18 or older with a written court order, and servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. Plaintiffs and others interested in the result are excluded. See the certification guide.
Where Hillsboro Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Hillsboro is the county seat, and the Hill County Courthouse at 1 North Waco Street, Hillsboro, TX 76645 is about 0.9 miles from the center. Justice court hears claims to $20,000 and evictions; county court overlaps from $200 to $20,000; statutory county courts hear $500 to $325,000. Precinct depends on the address in dispute, and the justice court clerk can confirm it. Visit the Hill County hub.
Eviction Notices in Hillsboro: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
At least three days of written notice to vacate is the default unless a lease sets another period. It may be mailed, handed to a tenant 16 or older, placed inside the unit, or emailed under a written agreement. Weekend and holiday days go into the count, but a last day on one moves ahead. After that comes a sworn petition in justice court, and a sheriff or constable serves the citation.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Hillsboro Defendants
Divorce is a district court matter. The citation and petition go to the defendant by hand or certified mail with return receipt. If those fail, Rule 106(b) lets the judge allow email, social media or papers left with an adult over 16 after a sworn motion. Read the Rule 106(b) guide. For a corporation, the president or a vice president may accept service. A default waits until proof has been on file ten days.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Hillsboro
Hillsboro Police Department is the local agency. Hill Regional Hospital (101 Circle Drive, Hillsboro, TX 76645) is about 1.4 miles away. A witness fee of $10 per day applies, and a records custodian receives $1. The subpoena guide adds more.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Hillsboro
The ZIP code for Hillsboro is 76645. Neighbors: Itasca, Whitney and West.
Hillsboro Process Server FAQ
Can papers be taped to a door?
Not unless a judge's Rule 106(b) order allows it.
How soon after service can a default judgment be taken?
When the proof of service has been on file ten days.
Can I serve the papers myself?
No, a party cannot serve.