Refugio is a town of 2,710 on 1.6 square miles, and as the Refugio County seat it keeps its courthouse about 0.8 miles away, which is why a process server in Refugio, Texas can get local papers in front of a clerk quickly. Citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate are served at Standard for $69 (attempt within 5 business days), Rush for $119 (within 48 hours) or 24-Hour for $169 (within 24 hours), and a signed Return of Service under Rule 107 follows by email.
What a Process Server Costs in Refugio: Three Flat Tiers
Refugio customers decide how urgent a case is and pay accordingly. Standard Service at $69 gives up to five business days. Rush Service at $119 gives 48 hours. 24-Hour Service at $169 gives a day. See pricing for the wording, and order here when ready. Refugio County officers charge fees fixed by commissioners court (Local Gov't Code 118.131), so ask the county about those separately.
Who May Serve Papers in Refugio: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Rule 103 names who may serve. Sheriffs and constables may. Adults 18 or older may if a written court order says so. Process servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission may. People who are parties to the case, or have a stake in it, may not.
Where Refugio Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Refugio County Courthouse, 808 Commerce Street, is about 0.8 miles from Refugio. Justice court in Refugio County hears evictions and civil claims up to $20,000. A county court can take claims above $200 and a statutory county court can reach $325,000. Which precinct covers an address turns on where the dispute is, and the county's justice court clerk can confirm. The Refugio County hub has more.
Eviction Notices in Refugio: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
A landlord who wants possession of a Refugio rental first delivers a written notice to vacate. The notice should allow three days at least, unless the lease sets a different period. It can go by mail, be left inside in a conspicuous place, or be handed to a tenant of 16 or older, and a private server may do the handing. Once suit is filed, the eviction citation is served by the sheriff or a constable.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Refugio Defendants
A divorce begins with a citation and petition delivered to the defendant personally or mailed with return receipt. If a Refugio defendant is hard to find, the plaintiff can ask the court under Rule 106(b), swearing to the addresses where the person may be and the efforts already made. Registered agents accept papers for businesses. The clerk must have the return on file for ten days before a default can follow.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Refugio
Refugio County Memorial Hospital, 107 Swift Street, is about 0.3 miles from town and is the one hospital on file. Local policing is the Refugio Police Department. Witnesses are owed $10 per day when served, and a custodian of records is owed $1 for the records.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Refugio
Refugio is ZIP 78377. Woodsboro is the neighbor listed.
Refugio Process Server FAQ
Can I serve my own papers?
No.
How is a company served?
Through its registered agent.