A process server in Lake Dallas, Texas, a Denton County city that fits 7,705 residents into 2.4 square miles, can serve citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate, starting within 5 business days, 48 hours or 24 hours based on tier, and a signed Rule 107 Return of Service is emailed to you. The courthouse in Denton is about 8.0 miles away, and Lake Dallas has its own police department.
What a Process Server Costs in Lake Dallas
The cheapest option is Standard Service at $69; with an attempt within 5 business days. In the middle sits Rush Service at $119; with an attempt within 48 hours. At the top is 24-Hour Service at $169; with an attempt within 24 hours. Browse the pricing page or go straight to the order form.
Denton County's sheriff and constables also serve, and their fees come from the commissioners court (Local Government Code 118.131). A private server is an additional choice, not a ranking.
Who May Serve Papers in Lake Dallas: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Anyone serving a Lake Dallas defendant must fit Rule 103, as an officer, a court-authorized adult, or a certified server approved by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. No plaintiff, no defendant and no person with a stake in the case may serve. See the Rule 103 guide.
Where Lake Dallas Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Denton is the seat of Denton County, and the Denton County Courts Building at 1450 East McKinney Street, Denton, TX 76209, is about 8.0 miles from Lake Dallas. Justice courts handle civil claims up to $20,000 and evictions. County courts overlap for claims over $200 up to $20,000. Statutory county courts handle civil cases from $500 to $325,000. The justice court precinct is set by the address in dispute, so ask that court's clerk. The Denton County hub gives context.
Eviction Notices in Lake Dallas: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Landlords must put the notice to vacate in writing and allow three days or more, unless the lease says otherwise. Delivery can be by mail, by hand to a tenant at least 16, inside the unit, or by email under a written agreement. Weekends and holidays count toward the period. A final day on one moves to the next business day. After that, the sworn petition goes to justice court, and the citation is served by a sheriff or constable.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Lake Dallas Defendants
A divorce citation and petition come out of district court and must be delivered to the other spouse. Choose hand delivery or certified mail with return receipt. If you have tried and failed, file a sworn Rule 106(b) motion listing likely places and what happened there; a judge may allow email, social media or papers left with an adult over 16. The Rule 106(b) guide walks through it. A corporation's president or vice president can accept service. Default follows ten days of proof on file.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Lake Dallas
Two hospital names appear at about 5.0 miles: Baylor Scott White the Heart Hospital Corinth (2813 S Mayhill Road, Denton, TX 76208) and Mayhill Hospital (2809 South Mayhill Road, Denton, TX 76208). Lake Dallas Police Department is the local agency. A witness gets $10 each day and a records custodian gets $1. The subpoena guide adds more.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Lake Dallas
Lake Dallas is ZIP 75065. Hickory Creek, Corinth and Shady Shores are the listed neighbors.
Lake Dallas Process Server FAQ
Who cannot serve the papers?
Parties to the suit and anyone interested in how it ends.
Is a door posting valid?
Only with a Rule 106(b) order from the court.
How long before default?
Ten days after proof of service is on file.