TEXAS SHERIFFS’ & CONSTABLES’ PROCESS SERVICE FEES
A 2026 LAWYER’S GUIDE TO ALL 254 TEXAS COUNTIES
Find reported sheriffs’ and constables’ civil-process fees in one searchable statewide reference.
254 COUNTIES
Browse every Texas county in one directory.
COUNTY SEARCH
Find reported fees by county name.
ZIP SEARCH
Locate possible counties by ZIP code.
PROCESS SEARCH
Search citation, writ, order, and more.
FEE DETAILS
Review amounts, conditions, and notes.
A PRACTICAL TEXAS PROCESS-SERVICE FEE REFERENCE
Texas process service fees by county can vary based on the receiving office, document type, mileage, copies, and local payment requirements. Texas attorneys frequently need to compare county process-service charges, identify the correct serving office, estimate filing-related expenses, or determine whether a sheriff, constable, or private process server is appropriate for a particular assignment.
The difficulty is that Texas has 254 counties, and public fee information may be reported under different names, categories, conditions, or local instructions.
This guide brings the reported information into one attorney-focused directory. Instead of searching county websites individually, readers can begin with a county name or ZIP code, review the available entries, and then confirm the current amount and service requirements directly with the receiving office.
WHAT THE GUIDE INCLUDES
All 254 Texas Counties
County sections are arranged alphabetically from Anderson County through Zavala County for fast reference.
Searchable Zip-code References
The PDF contains searchable ZIP-code text. Use Ctrl+F on Windows or Command+F on Mac and enter a five-digit ZIP code to locate possible county matches.
Searchable Document And Process Types
Search the full PDF for the name of a document or process. Useful search terms may include citation, subpoena, summons, motion, notice, order, writ, garnishment, execution, attachment, sequestration, possession, or order of sale. Results depend on the terminology used in the reported source records.
Reported Civil-process Fees
The directory preserves reported fee entries associated with citations, subpoenas, notices, writs, orders, sales, executions, attachments, and other process-related categories appearing in the source data.
Conditions And Review Notes
Where available, the guide includes reported comments, service conditions, mileage references, deposits, hourly charges, or other notes that may affect the total amount.
Alphabetical Index And PDF Bookmarks
The county index and built-in PDF bookmarks allow attorneys and legal staff to move directly to the relevant county section.
FIELD-READY FEATURES
COUNTY INDEX
Browse all counties alphabetically.
ZIP LOOKUP
Find possible counties by ZIP.
PROCESS TYPE
Search citation, writ, order, and more.
FEE NOTES
Review charges and reported conditions.
PDF BOOKMARKS
Jump directly to county sections.
EXPLORE THE GUIDE
Search Three Ways
Search the PDF by county name, five-digit ZIP code, or document and process type using Ctrl+F on Windows or Command+F on Mac.
Review The Entry
Compare the reported fee, process category, office information, and any available conditions or review notes.
Check Every Match
Some ZIP codes cross county boundaries, and different offices may use different names for similar documents. Review every relevant result.
Confirm The Office
Determine whether the assignment belongs with a sheriff, constable, clerk, court, or another authorized office.
Verify Before Sending
Confirm the current fee, payment method, copies, original-document requirements, mileage, and service instructions before delivery.
869 Pages, Only 3 Mb
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Use this Texas process service fees by county reference to compare reported fees, office requirements, payment information, and available service instructions before sending documents.
869 PAGES
Extensive statewide fee reference.
254 COUNTIES
Every Texas county included.
SHERIFF FEES
Reported county service charges.
CONSTABLE FEES
Reported precinct fee information.
ONLY 3 MB
Lightweight, web-optimized PDF.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Oleg Molchanov
Founder, Houston Process Servers, LLC
JBCC Certified Texas Process Server
NAPPS Member
TPSA Member
Oleg Molchanov is the founder of Houston Process Servers, LLC and a JBCC Certified Texas Process Server. Since establishing the company in 2018, he has remained personally involved in difficult, time-sensitive, and documentation-intensive assignments for law firms, businesses, and government agencies.
With eight years of Texas process-service experience, Oleg has handled thousands of assignments ranging from routine civil process to complex matters requiring detailed field observations, address verification, photographs, varied attempts, and court-ready documentation. His work includes Rule 106 diligence, corporate and registered-agent service, service on incarcerated individuals, and court-ready affidavits.
Oleg primarily serves Harris, Fort Bend, and Montgomery Counties while coordinating assignments throughout Texas. As a member of NAPPS and the Texas Process Servers Association, he emphasizes reliable communication, accurate reporting, and careful documentation. He created this searchable guide to give attorneys and legal staff a faster starting point for reviewing reported sheriffs’ and constables’ fees across all 254 Texas counties before confirming current requirements with the receiving office.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Does the guide cover every Texas county?
Yes. The directory includes sections for all 254 Texas counties, arranged alphabetically.
Can I search the PDF by ZIP code?
Yes. The ZIP-code references are searchable text. Use Ctrl+F on Windows or Command+F on Mac. Because ZIP codes may cross county boundaries, review every match and verify the county for the actual street address.
Are the listed amounts guaranteed to be current?
No. The guide compiles reported 2026 fee information from public source data. County and precinct schedules, payment requirements, mileage, deposits, and service instructions may change. Confirm all fees with the receiving office before relying on an amount.
Does a ZIP-code match establish the correct county?
No. A ZIP code is only a search aid. It does not establish jurisdiction or confirm the county for a specific street address.
Does the reported amount always represent the total cost?
Not necessarily. Some entries may be base fees, deposits, hourly rates, mileage charges, commissions, or individual components of a larger total.
Does the guide identify the correct constable precinct?
The guide organizes information primarily by county. Attorneys should confirm the correct precinct, office, and territorial jurisdiction before sending documents or payment.
Can Houston Process Servers coordinate service outside Greater Houston?
Houston Process Servers, LLC can assist with statewide Texas process-service coordination, subject to assignment requirements and server availability.
Does this guide provide legal advice?
No. The guide is provided for general professional reference. Legal strategy, interpretation of rules, selection of service methods, and compliance with court orders remain the responsibility of counsel.
How can attorneys search Texas process service fees by county?
Attorneys can search Texas process service fees by county name, five-digit ZIP code, or document type. Because fees and requirements may change, confirm the current information directly with the receiving sheriff’s or constable’s office before delivery.
OFFICIAL AND PUBLIC REFERENCE SOURCES
Readers should confirm current requirements through the appropriate official resources, including:
- Texas Comptroller — Sheriffs’ and Constables’ Fees
- Individual Texas sheriff and constable offices
- County and precinct websites
- District and county clerks
- Texas Rules of Civil Procedure
- Applicable statutes, local rules, standing orders, and signed court orders
LEGAL AND UPDATE NOTICE
This guide is provided for general educational and professional-reference purposes. It does not constitute legal advice, create an attorney-client relationship, guarantee the accuracy or completeness of a local fee schedule, or guarantee acceptance of process by a particular office.
Reported amounts and conditions may change. Some entries may represent components, deposits, mileage, hourly charges, commissions, or categories requiring additional review. Before relying on the guide, confirm the current fee, payment method, required copies, original-document requirements, jurisdiction, service instructions, and return procedure with the receiving office.
The sheriff depicted on the cover is an illustration and does not represent a specific officer or imply endorsement by any sheriff, constable, county, precinct, court, or public agency.
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