Serenada sits about 5.1 miles from the Williamson County Justice Center in Georgetown, and a process server in Texas can deliver citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate to its homes. The attempt is made within 5 business days with Standard Service; Rush shortens that to 48 hours and 24-Hour Service to 24 hours. Delivery ends with a signed Return of Service sent by email. Serenada has 2,098 residents and is an unincorporated community, listed as a Census-designated place, with no city government.
What a Process Server Costs in Serenada: Three Flat Tiers
A Serenada job costs $69 on the Standard tier, with an attempt within 5 business days. Moving to Rush raises the price to $119 and brings the attempt within 48 hours. Choosing the 24-Hour tier at $169 brings it within 24 hours. A Texas state-court citation or summons is subject to an extra $100 fee. Compare on the pricing page and order on the order form. Williamson County sheriff and constable fees are set by the commissioners court every year (Local Government Code 118.131), and a private server is another path.
Who May Serve Papers in Serenada: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Rule 103 limits service to sheriffs and constables, adults named in a written court order, and process servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. Parties and interested persons cannot serve. Law enforcement in Serenada is provided by the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, and both its deputies and the Williamson County constables serve process.
Where Serenada Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Serenada filings go to Georgetown, the county seat, where the Williamson County Justice Center stands at 405 Martin Luther King Street, Georgetown, TX 78626. Justice court hears evictions and claims up to $20,000. A statutory county court hears civil cases over $500 up to $325,000 alongside district court, which handles divorce. To find the justice precinct, give the address in dispute to the Williamson County justice court clerk, who can confirm it.
Eviction Notices in Serenada: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Tenants must get written notice to vacate of at least three days unless the lease specifies another period. The landlord can mail it, hand it to a tenant 16 or older, put it inside the home in a conspicuous place, or deliver it electronically by written agreement. Weekends and holidays are counted, though a final day on one carries to the next business day. Only a sheriff or constable serves the eviction citation from the justice court.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Serenada Defendants
The other spouse is served personally whenever possible. If that fails, a sworn statement detailing the attempts can support a Rule 106(b) order for leaving the papers with someone over 16 at the home, or for email or social media.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Serenada
Ascension Seton Williamson, 201 Seton Parkway, Round Rock, TX 78664, is about 10.0 miles away. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock, 300 University Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78664, is about 10.6 miles, and Brushy Creek Family Hospital LLC, 230 Deer Ridge Dr, Round Rock, TX 78681, about 12.5 miles. A witness subpoena carries the $10 per-day fee at service, and a custodian producing records is owed $1.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Serenada
Serenada spans ZIPs 78628 and 78633, near Georgetown, Jarrell and Sonterra.
Serenada Process Server FAQ
How soon after service can a default judgment be taken?
Only after the Serenada return has been on file for ten days, leaving out the filing day and judgment day.
How is a company served?
Through its registered agent; a corporation's president or vice president can also be served.