Italy, Texas is a town of about 1,940 people in Ellis County, and a process server in Italy, TX is typically delivering papers filed in Waxahachie. Citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate can be served with an attempt within 5 business days, within 48 hours or within 24 hours, and a signed Return of Service follows by email once delivery is done.
What a Process Server Costs in Italy: Three Flat Tiers
Italy's lowest price is $69 for Standard Service with a 5-business-day target for the attempt. Rush Service is priced at $119 and carries a 48-hour target, while the $169 24-Hour Service aims for an attempt within 24 hours. Italy customers can read the pricing page first, then use the order form when ready. Fees for Ellis County constables and sheriffs come from the commissioners court under Local Government Code 118.131.
Who May Serve Papers in Italy: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Rule 103 says process may be served by a sheriff or constable, an adult with a written court order, or someone certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. A party to the suit may not serve, and an eviction citation is reserved for a sheriff or constable.
Where Italy Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Ellis County cases are handled at the Ellis County Courts and Administration Building, 109 South Jackson Street in Waxahachie, about 13.9 miles from Italy in a straight line. Justice court hears civil claims up to $20,000 excluding interest as well as evictions. County court covers $200 to $20,000 and statutory county court covers civil cases above $500 up to $325,000. The justice precinct depends on the disputed address, so ask the justice court clerk. The Ellis County hub has more.
Eviction Notices in Italy: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Italy landlords must give a written notice to vacate of at least three days unless the lease sets some other time. Mail, a conspicuous place inside the premises, or hand delivery to a tenant 16 or older will do, and a private server can hand-deliver. After filing, a sheriff or constable serves the citation, and an alias is available if 5 business days pass.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Italy Defendants
Personal delivery and registered or certified mail are the first methods for a citation. If they fail, a Rule 106(b) motion supported by a sworn statement can ask the court to authorize another method. Companies are served through registered agents. A default judgment cannot be granted before proof of service has been on file ten days.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Italy
The Italy Police Department is local. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Waxahachie, 2400 N Interstate Highway 35E, is about 14.1 miles away; Ennis Regional Medical Center, 2201 West Lampasas Street in Ennis, about 16.6 miles; and Hill Regional Hospital, 101 Circle Drive in Hillsboro, about 18.4 miles. A witness is owed $10 per day, and a records custodian is owed $1.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Italy
Italy has ZIP code 76651, and Waxahachie, Itasca and Ennis are neighboring cities.
Italy Process Server FAQ
Can I serve the papers myself?
No, a party cannot.
How is a company served?
Through its registered agent.
Can papers be taped to a door?
Only with a Rule 106(b) order.