Winters is a Runnels County city of 2,352 with a hospital only about 0.1 miles from town, and a process server in Winters, Texas covers papers for a place that sits about 14.6 miles from the county courthouse in Ballinger. Citations, petitions, subpoenas and notices to vacate can be 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 Rule 107 Return of Service is emailed afterward.
What a Process Server Costs in Winters: Three Flat Tiers
For Winters customers, the three prices follow the calendar. Standard Service at $69 fits five business days. Rush Service at $119 fits 48 hours. 24-Hour Service at $169 fits a single day. All appear on the pricing page, and an order starts at /order. A different schedule applies to the Runnels County sheriff and constables, whose fees come from the commissioners court (Local Gov't Code 118.131).
Who May Serve Papers in Winters: Certified Servers, Constables and Court Orders
Texas Rule 103 lets three groups serve: peace officers, adults 18 or older appointed in a written court order, and process servers certified by the Judicial Branch Certification Commission. A Winters resident who is a party to the suit cannot serve it.
Where Winters Cases Are Filed: Justice Court, County Court and District Court
Ballinger is the county seat, and the Runnels County Courthouse, 613 Hutchings Avenue, is about 14.6 miles from Winters. Runnels County justice court hears evictions and civil claims up to $20,000. County courts can take claims above $200 and statutory county courts reach $325,000. The disputed address fixes the precinct, and the county's justice court clerk can confirm. The Runnels County hub has more.
Eviction Notices in Winters: Notice to Vacate and the Justice Court Case
Before an eviction suit, the tenant must be given a written notice to vacate, at least three days unless the lease sets another period. A landlord may mail it, leave it inside the home in a conspicuous place, or hand it to a tenant 16 or older, and a private server can do the hand-off. The sheriff or a constable serves the citation once a case is filed.
Divorce Papers, Citations and Substituted Service for Winters Defendants
For a divorce, the citation and petition should go to the defendant directly or by mail with return receipt. If a defendant in Winters is missing, a plaintiff can ask the judge for another method with a sworn Rule 106(b) motion. Companies answer through registered agents. A default requires the return to have been on file ten days.
Subpoena Service, Witness Fees and Records Near Winters
North Runnels Hospital, 7821 East Highway 153, is about 0.1 miles from Winters. Ballinger Memorial Hospital, 608 Avenue B, Ballinger, is about 13.7 miles away. The Winters Police Department covers the city. Subpoenaed witnesses are owed $10 each day, and custodians of records are owed $1.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Cities Around Winters
Winters is ZIP 79567. Ballinger is the neighbor listed.
Winters Process Server FAQ
Can I serve my own papers?
No.
What if the person avoids service?
Ask for a Rule 106(b) order.