Potosi sits in Taylor County, Texas, and a process server covering its roughly 18.3 square miles delivers citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate in ZIP code 79602. A Standard Service attempt happens within 5 business days. A Rush Service attempt happens within 48 hours. A 24-Hour Service attempt happens within 24 hours. Then a signed Return of Service is emailed to you. No city government serves Potosi; it is an unincorporated community, a Census-designated place of 3,947 people in 2020.
What a Process Server Costs in Potosi: Three Flat Tiers
However spread out the Potosi address, the price is fixed: Standard Service $69 with its attempt within 5 business days. Rush Service is $119 with its attempt within 48 hours. 24-Hour Service is $169 with its attempt within 24 hours. The pricing page covers the details; the order form takes the papers. Taylor County constables and the sheriff charge fees the commissioners court sets under Local Government Code 118.131; a private server is another option.
Who May Serve Papers in Potosi: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
A Taylor County citation may go through a sheriff or constable, an adult 18 or older authorized by law or court order, or a process server certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission (Rule 103). Potosi is policed by the Taylor County Sheriff's Office, whose deputies and the county constables are the only ones allowed to serve eviction citations.
Where Potosi Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
The Taylor County Courthouse, 300 Oak Street, Abilene, TX 79601, is about 8.2 miles from Potosi in Abilene, the county seat. Justice courts there take claims up to $20,000 and evictions, never divorce or slander. Potosi's justice precinct depends on the address in dispute, and the Taylor County justice court clerk can confirm it.
Eviction Notices in Potosi: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Before filing, a Potosi landlord gives at least three days' written notice to vacate unless the lease sets a different time. Mail, delivery to a conspicuous place inside, hand delivery to a tenant 16 or older, or agreed electronic delivery all qualify, and a private server may hand it over. A sworn petition then goes to the justice court where the property sits; a sheriff or constable serves the citation.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Potosi Defendants
A Potosi respondent is served in person or by registered or certified mail. If tries fail, the court may grant a Rule 106(b) order for substituted service on a sworn statement. A default waits until the Potosi return has been on file ten days.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Potosi
Hendrick Medical Center, 1900 Pine, Abilene, TX 79601, is the hospital on file, about 9.8 miles away. Its custodian is owed $1 for records produced under subpoena. Witnesses from the Potosi area receive $10 per day.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Potosi
Potosi mail is addressed to ZIP code 79602; Abilene, Clyde and Tye are its neighbors.
Potosi Process Server FAQ
Can I serve the papers myself?
No. Texas bars parties from serving process.
Can papers be taped to a door?
A Potosi citation can be posted only if a Rule 106(b) order allows it.
How is a company served?
Potosi companies are served through their registered agent, or the Secretary of State if that agent cannot be found.