County Resource
Hays County Justice Court Resources
Official JP links, forms, fee notes, and e-filing notes for Hays County. Verify every operational detail with the selected precinct.
Legal information only: This site provides legal information for Texas Justice Court users. It is not legal advice, does not create an attorney-client relationship, and does not replace advice from a licensed Texas attorney or instructions from your court. County and precinct practices vary. Filing methods, local forms, service fees, court closures, and clerk procedures can change. Always verify details with the correct Justice of the Peace court before filing or relying on a deadline.
Official Links
Last reviewed: 2026-06-19County Notes
- E-filing notes
- Hays JP courts accept e-filing through eFileTexas; the total = filing fee + issuance fee + constable service fee. Verify the exact filing method with the selected Hays County JP precinct.
- Service fee notes
- Hays County Constable schedule (effective January 1, 2024) lists $75 to serve a Justice Court / small claims citation and $75 for a forcible detainer (eviction), per person served. The Hays County Sheriff does not serve civil process; only constables do.
Fee Estimator Data
Base filing
$54
Service estimate
$75
Eviction service
$75
These numbers are starter estimates only where a source was configured. Payment method fees, out-of-county service, multiple defendants, writs, copies, and later filings can change the total.
Configured Precinct / Fee Records
| Record | Filing | Service | Eviction Service | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hays County Constable civil service fees | $54 | $75 | $75 | Official source |
These records are configured for estimator use, but they remain verification-first. Use the exact precinct record only after confirming the address belongs in that precinct and the fee page is current.