Mabank is a town of 4,067 people listed in Kaufman County and also touching Henderson County, so a process server in Mabank, Texas may be asked to cover either. Citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate can all be served, with Standard at $69 (attempt within 5 business days), Rush at $119 (within 48 hours) and 24-Hour at $169 (within 24 hours). A signed Rule 107 Return of Service is emailed afterward.
What a Process Server Costs in Mabank: Three Flat Tiers
Flat pricing keeps the choice simple, with Standard at $69 and Rush at $119 and 24-Hour at $169. Time is the only variable. Pricing is posted in full, and you can place an order at /order. Sheriffs and constables in both counties charge fees decided by their commissioners courts under Local Gov't Code 118.131.
Who May Serve Papers in Mabank: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Rule 103 allows service by a sheriff or constable, by an adult 18 or older authorized in a written court order, or by a person certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. A party to the suit, or anyone with an interest in it, cannot serve. If you ask, the clerk can send a citation by registered or certified mail.
Where Mabank Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
The Kaufman County Courthouse, 100 West Mulberry Street in Kaufman, is about 19.0 miles from Mabank. Kaufman is the county seat. Justice courts hear civil cases up to $20,000 and evictions; county courts overlap above $200; a statutory county court tops out at $325,000 for this brief's purposes. Because Mabank touches Henderson County too, the county where the case is filed matters, so confirm with the relevant justice court clerk; precinct depends on the address. See the Kaufman County hub.
Eviction Notices in Mabank: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
A written notice to vacate of at least three days is required before an eviction suit, unless the lease sets another period. Methods include mail, leaving it inside the premises in a conspicuous place, or handing it to a tenant 16 or older, and a private server can deliver by hand. The court's citation, however, may be served only by a sheriff or constable.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Mabank Defendants
Serving a divorce petition starts with putting the citation in the defendant's hands, or mailing it return receipt requested. If that fails, a motion under Rule 106(b), sworn and specific about locations and attempts, can open the door to leaving papers with an adult over 16 or to email service. Corporate defendants go through the registered agent. Wait ten days after the return is filed before seeking default.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Mabank
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman, 850 Ed Hall, Kaufman, is about 15.9 miles away, and UT Health East Texas Athens Hospital, 2000 South Palestine St, Athens, about 20.8 miles. The Mabank Police Department is the town's own. A witness is owed $10 per day at the time of service, and a records custodian $1.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Mabank
Mabank's ZIP is 75147. Gun Barrel City, Eustace and Tool are neighbors.
Mabank Process Server FAQ
Can I serve the papers myself?
No; parties cannot serve.
How do I serve a company?
Deliver to its registered agent, or to a corporate president or vice president.