Kempner, a Lampasas County city of about 1,147 people with its own police department, can have papers delivered by a process server in Kempner, Texas. That covers citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate. Standard Service has an attempt within 5 business days. Rush Service has one within 48 hours. 24-Hour Service has one within 24 hours. Once delivered, the signed Rule 107 Return of Service is emailed to you for the court file. Lampasas is the county seat.
What a Process Server Costs in Kempner: Three Flat Tiers
Standard Service is $69. If you want the attempt sooner, Rush Service is $119. For the quickest option, 24-Hour Service is $169. The pricing page lists them and the order form opens a request. Lampasas County constables and the sheriff serve at county-set fees under Local Government Code 118.131.
Who May Serve Papers in Kempner: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Rule 103 allows sheriffs and constables, adults 18 or older with written court authorization, and certified process servers to serve. It does not allow a party or anyone interested in the outcome, including the Kempner plaintiff.
Where Kempner Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
The Lampasas County Courthouse is at 501 East Fourth Street, Lampasas, TX 76550, about 12.2 miles from Kempner. Justice court hears civil claims up to $20,000 and evictions. County court has concurrent jurisdiction above $200 up to $20,000. Divorce goes to district court. The justice court clerk can name the precinct for an address, because the dispute's location decides it.
Eviction Notices in Kempner: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Before filing, a Kempner landlord must give written notice to vacate of at least three days, unless the lease sets another period. The notice can be mailed, delivered inside the home in a conspicuous place, or handed to a tenant 16 or older, and a private server can do the hand delivery. The citation is served by a sheriff or constable after the sworn petition.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Kempner Defendants
A citation goes in person or by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested. If that fails, a sworn Rule 106(b) motion may persuade the court to approve something else. Companies are served through registered agents. A default judgment cannot be granted until ten days of proof on file.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Kempner
The party who summons a witness pays $10 for each day of attendance, and a records custodian is paid $1. AdventHealth Central Texas, 2201 S Clear Creek Road, Killeen, is about 10.7 miles away. AdventHealth Rollins Brook, 608 North Key Avenue, Lampasas, is about 12.6 miles away, and Seton Medical Center Harker Heights, 850 W Central Texas Expressway, is about 19.5 miles away.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Kempner
Kempner covers ZIP codes 76522 and 76539, with Copperas Cove, Lampasas and Killeen nearby.
Kempner Process Server FAQ
Can I serve the papers myself?
No, a party to the case cannot.
What if the person avoids service?
You can ask the court for another method under Rule 106(b) with a sworn motion.
How is a company served?
Through its registered agent at the office it registered.