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process for Texas  The eviction process in Texas begins with a
notice given to the tenant. The most common reason is for
nonpayment of rent and this notice is called a notice to vacate
for nonpayment of rent which gives the tenant five days to pay
the rent or vacate the property.   Eviction Process in Texas  At
the expiration of the notice time, the landlord files in JP
Court for the eviction. The clerk will have copies of the form
that the landlord fills out. The landlord has to file a copy of
the lease agreement and the notice to vacate with the form.
Service of the eviction complaint is given to the tenant by the
constable. After it has been served, the tenant has six days to
respond to it. If the tenant does not respond, the landlord is
able to obtain a default judgment against the tenant. If the
tenant does respond, a hearing date is established shortly
thereafter.  At the hearing, ea