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Dallas County eviction fees
Verified 2026-10-04 Court: Dallas County Justice of the Peace courts
| Filing fee | $54 Source: Dallas County JP 3-1 fee information |
|---|---|
| Citation personal service, per defendant (within Dallas County) | $80 Source: Dallas County JP 3-1 fee information |
| Writ of possession ($5 + $400 service) | $405 Source: Dallas County JP 3-1 fee information |
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Texas eviction steps
- Written notice. Give a written notice to vacate (or, for a first rent delinquency, a notice to pay rent or vacate). The default period is 3 days unless the lease sets a different one. (Tex. Prop. Code ch. 24 (incl. §24.005))
- File the petition. File an eviction petition in the justice court precinct where the property is located. The filing fee is the same statewide; service fees are set by each county. (Texas OCA, Justice Court Civil Cases and Actions)
- Trial. The trial is set 10 to 21 days after the petition is filed. (Tex. R. Civ. P. 510.4)
- Appeal window. Either side may appeal within 5 days after the judgment. (Tex. R. Civ. P. 510.9)
- Writ of possession. If there is no appeal, the landlord may request a writ of possession, which cannot issue before the 6th day after judgment. The constable posts a warning at least 24 hours before executing it. (Tex. R. Civ. P. 510.8)
Frequently asked
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Dallas County, Texas?
Filing fee: $54; Citation personal service, per defendant (within Dallas County): $80.
How much is the writ in Dallas County?
Writ of possession ($5 + $400 service): $405.
Where do I file an eviction in Dallas County?
Dallas County Justice of the Peace courts.