In Plum Grove, a Liberty County city of about 1,248 people, anyone who needs a process server in Texas for a citation, petition, subpoena or notice to vacate has three speeds to choose from. Standard Service gives an attempt within 5 business days, Rush Service within 48 hours and 24-Hour Service within 24 hours. Delivery brings a signed Rule 107 Return of Service by email, which you file as proof. The county seat for Plum Grove filings is Liberty.
What a Process Server Costs in Plum Grove
Standard Service is $69 for the slowest tier. Rush Service is $119 for the middle one. The fastest, 24-Hour Service, is $169. Check pricing before you place an order. Liberty County's constables and sheriff charge county-set fees under Local Government Code 118.131, so a private server is an additional option rather than a replacement.
Who May Serve Papers in Plum Grove: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Anyone serving a Plum Grove lawsuit has to qualify under Rule 103. That means a sheriff or constable, an adult 18 or over named in a written court order, or a certified process server. The rule excludes every party and interested person, so a Plum Grove landlord or creditor cannot do the delivery.
Where Plum Grove Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Liberty County's courthouse is at 1923 Sam Houston Street, Liberty, TX 77575, about 20.4 miles from Plum Grove. Civil claims up to $20,000 and evictions go to justice court. County court covers some claims above $200 up to $20,000 and divorce is for district court. Because the justice precinct depends on the address in dispute, the justice court clerk is the one to ask.
Eviction Notices in Plum Grove: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
A tenant in Plum Grove must be given written notice to vacate before the landlord files, for at least three days unless the lease says otherwise. Mail, delivery inside the home in a conspicuous place and hand delivery to a tenant 16 or older are the accepted methods, and a private server can handle hand delivery. The eviction citation is served by a sheriff or constable.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Plum Grove Defendants
Divorce papers start with a citation that is delivered in person or mailed by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested. Where that has not worked, a Rule 106(b) motion supported by sworn facts can open the door to a court-approved alternative. Registered agents receive process for businesses. No default judgment can issue until proof has been on file ten days.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Plum Grove
Under Texas law the party issuing a subpoena pays the witness $10 for each day of attendance, and a records custodian gets $1. Elite Hospital Kingwood, 23330 Highway 59 N, Kingwood, is about 13 miles away. HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, 22999 US Hwy 59, is about 14 miles away, and Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood, 300 Kingwood Medical Drive, is about 14.4 miles away.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Plum Grove
Plum Grove is ZIP 77327, and it neighbors Roman Forest, Patton Village and Splendora.
Plum Grove Process Server FAQ
Can I serve the papers myself?
No, a person with a stake in the case cannot serve it.
How soon after service can a default judgment be taken?
After ten days with the proof of service on file.
How is a company served?
Through its registered agent at its registered office.