Palacios is a Matagorda County city of 4,399 on 5.5 square miles with a police department of its own, and the county seat of Bay City is a long 24.3 miles away, so a process server in Palacios, Texas often handles papers headed for a distant courthouse. Whatever the paper is, from a citation to a notice to vacate, it can be served. Attempts begin within 5 business days, 48 hours or 24 hours depending on tier, and the signed Rule 107 Return of Service is emailed back. A hospital is only 1.0 miles away.
Palacios Pricing: Three Flat Tiers for a Process Server
- Standard: $69; within 5 business days.
- Rush: $119; within 48 hours.
- 24-Hour: $169; within 24 hours.
The pricing page lists these tiers, and the order form opens an order. Matagorda County's sheriff and constables serve on fees the commissioners court sets under Local Government Code 118.131. Private service is another path.
Who May Serve Papers in Palacios: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Rule 103 permits officers, adults 18 or older named in a written court order, and servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. Parties and interested persons may not. The Rule 103 guide has more.
Where Palacios Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Bay City is the county seat, and the Matagorda County Courthouse at 1700 7th Street, Bay City, TX 77414 is about 24.3 miles from Palacios. Eviction suits and civil claims capped at $20,000 are heard in justice court. A county court shares claims from $200 to $20,000; and a statutory county court handles $500 to $325,000 civil cases. The justice precinct follows the address in dispute, and the justice court clerk can confirm it. See the Matagorda County hub.
Eviction Notices in Palacios: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Before suing, a Palacios landlord has to give a written notice to vacate. At least three days is required unless the lease sets another period. Mail, hand delivery to a tenant 16 or older, placement inside the unit, or email under a written agreement are the delivery methods. Weekend and holiday days are counted, and a last day on one moves to the next business day. Once it expires comes the sworn justice court petition, with the citation carried out by a sheriff or constable.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Palacios Defendants
Divorce is filed in district court. A citation and petition go to the spouse in person or by certified mail with a return receipt. Should that fail, the filer may swear to likely places and past tries under Rule 106(b) and ask for email, social media or papers left with an adult over 16. The Rule 106(b) guide explains. For a business, the registered agent takes delivery. Default is locked out for ten days after the return is filed.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Palacios
Palacios Police Department is the local agency. Hospitals in range: Palacios Community Medical Center (311 Green Avenue, Palacios, TX 77465, about 1.0 miles), Matagorda Regional Medical Center (104 7th Street, Bay City, TX 77414, about 19.4 miles) and Memorial Medical Center (701 N Virginia St, Port Lavaca, TX 77979, about 24.9 miles). A witness receives $10 per attendance day and a custodian $1. See the subpoena guide.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Palacios
Palacios mail goes to 77465, and no neighboring town is named in the data.
Palacios Process Server FAQ
Are parties able to serve?
No.
What court order permits a door posting?
Rule 106(b).
When is default possible?
Ten days after proof is filed.