Kennedale, Texas has 8,519 residents in Tarrant County, and a process server can serve citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate for them. Within 5 business days, within 48 hours or within 24 hours, the attempt arrives, depending on the tier, and you receive a signed Rule 107 Return of Service by email once papers are delivered. The Tarrant County Courthouse in Fort Worth is about 10.3 miles away.
What a Process Server Costs in Kennedale
Three prices. The pricing page lists them and the order form puts them to use.
- Standard Service: $69 for an attempt within 5 business days.
- Rush Service: $119 for an attempt within 48 hours.
- 24-Hour Service: $169 for an attempt within 24 hours.
County sheriff and constable fees are separate and come from commissioners court (Local Government Code 118.131). Private service is another path.
Who May Serve Papers in Kennedale: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
A Kennedale suit follows Rule 103. A sheriff or constable may serve, as may an adult of 18 or more with written authority from the court, as may a server certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. A party cannot. Neither can someone with a personal interest. Learn more in the certification guide.
Where Kennedale Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Cases funnel to Fort Worth, the seat of Tarrant County, where the Tarrant County Courthouse sits at 100 West Weatherford Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102, about 10.3 miles from Kennedale. Justice court takes claims to $20,000 and evictions. County court overlaps for claims above $200 up to $20,000. A statutory county court can hear $500 to $325,000 civil cases. Ask the justice court clerk about precinct, which turns on the address in dispute. The Tarrant County hub has more.
Eviction Notices in Kennedale: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
The minimum written notice to vacate is three days, and a lease can change it. Mailing it, handing it to a tenant 16 or older, leaving it inside the premises, or emailing it under a written agreement are the delivery choices. Calendar days count, and a weekend or holiday deadline moves to the next business day. After that a sworn petition goes to justice court, with a sheriff or constable serving the citation.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Kennedale Defendants
District court receives divorce petitions. The defendant is served in person or by certified mail with return receipt requested. When service fails, Rule 106(b) lets a judge allow email, social media or leaving papers with an adult over 16, but only after a sworn motion with specific locations and tries. See the Rule 106(b) guide. A company's registered agent can be served. Default waits ten days after the return is on file.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Kennedale
Kennedale Police Department is the local agency. Hospitals in range: Usmd Hospital at Arlington L P (801 W Interstate 20, Arlington, TX 76017, about 6.4 miles), Baylor Scott and White Orthopedic and Spine Hospi (707 Highlander Blvd, Arlington, TX 76015, about 6.4 miles) and Texas Health Hospital Mansfield (2300 Lone Star Road, Mansfield, TX 76063, about 6.6 miles). A witness fee of $10 per day is paid when the subpoena is served, and a records custodian receives $1. See the subpoena guide.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Kennedale
Kennedale has ZIP 76060. Neighbors: Arlington, Fort Worth and Forest Hill.
Kennedale Process Server FAQ
What if the person avoids service?
Ask for a Rule 106(b) order, backed by a sworn account of addresses and tries.
Can papers be taped to a door?
Not without a court order.
Can I serve the papers myself?
No, because a party may not serve.