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Eviction in Comal County (New Braunfels), Texas

Where eviction cases are filed in Comal County (New Braunfels), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Comal County (New Braunfels)

Eviction court
Comal County Justice of the Peace Courts (Precincts 1-4) — Justice of the Peace court Court page
Filing fee
Justice of the Peace Precinct 3: $139.00 for one occupant, $224.00 for two occupants, $309.00 for three occupants (payment due at filing). Comal County Sheriff: $85.00 process service (includes forcible detainer citation); $275.00 special process service (includes writ of possession). Comal County JP Precinct 3 Evictions page; Comal County 2026 District Clerk Fees sheet (Comal County Sheriff Fees section, effective 01-01-2026)
Notice before filing (state law)
At least 3 days' written notice to vacate before filing, unless the written lease provides a shorter or longer period. For a tenant evicted solely for nonpayment who was not delinquent before the month of the notice, the notice must be a notice to pay rent or vacate. Texas rules
Renter households
16,687 (23% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Comal County (New Braunfels)

Eviction cases in Comal County (New Braunfels) are heard by the Comal County Justice of the Peace Courts (Precincts 1-4) (Justice of the Peace court).

Court eviction page · E-filing · Self-help center

Each of the four JP precincts has its own Evictions page (Precinct 1: /318/Evictions, Precinct 2: /707/Evictions, Precinct 3: /722/Evictions, Precinct 4: /740/Evictions); the county's JP page links a 'Find your precinct' map. Precinct 3 accepts eviction petitions online, on a printable form, or through eFileTexas, and payment is due at filing.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Comal County (New Braunfels)

Justice of the Peace Precinct 3: $139.00 for one occupant, $224.00 for two occupants, $309.00 for three occupants (payment due at filing). Comal County Sheriff: $85.00 process service (includes forcible detainer citation); $275.00 special process service (includes writ of possession).

The per-occupant amounts are posted by Precinct 3; other precincts may post their own amounts. Sheriff fees: https://www.comalcounty.gov/941/Fees. A Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs form is posted on the JP 3 Forms page (https://www.comalcounty.gov/723/JP-3-Forms).

Source: Comal County JP Precinct 3 Evictions page; Comal County 2026 District Clerk Fees sheet (Comal County Sheriff Fees section, effective 01-01-2026)

How eviction cases work locally

Online petition and e-filingJP Precinct 3 takes eviction petitions through an online petition form, a printable petition, or eFileTexas (Tyler Technologies).
Source: Official source
Military status affidavitJP Precinct 3 says a non-military (SCRA) affidavit must be filed with all civil cases.
Source: Official source
Writ of possessionJP Precinct 3 posts a 'Request Writ of Possession' form for evictions.
Source: Official source

The Texas eviction process

Texas state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Comal County (New Braunfels):

  1. Written notice to vacate (at least 3 days unless lease says otherwise; pay-or-vacate form for first-time nonpayment) delivered by a method in Sec. 24.005(f-3)
  2. File sworn petition in justice court; landlord may include a sworn motion for summary disposition (Sec. 24.00505, 24.005106)
  3. Sheriff/constable must make a diligent effort to serve citation within 5 business days of filing; otherwise landlord may use another trained officer (Sec. 24.0051(f))
  4. Tenant may file a response to a summary disposition motion no later than the 4th day after service; trial is set 10-21 days after filing and not earlier than 4 days after service (Sec. 24.0051(g), 24.005106)
  5. Judgment; appeal to county court by bond, cash deposit, or statement of inability within 5 days after judgment is signed (Sec. 24.005107)
  6. Writ of possession may not issue before the 6th day after judgment (absent possession bond); officer serves it within 5 business days, posts a 24-hour warning, then executes (Sec. 24.0061)

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Rent in Comal County (New Braunfels)

Median gross rent in Comal County (New Braunfels): $1,603/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; eviction procedure follows state law. City rules, if any, are on city pages.

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Comal County (New Braunfels)?
Eviction cases in Comal County (New Braunfels) are filed with the Comal County Justice of the Peace Courts (Precincts 1-4).
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Comal County (New Braunfels)?
Justice of the Peace Precinct 3: $139.00 for one occupant, $224.00 for two occupants, $309.00 for three occupants (payment due at filing). Comal County Sheriff: $85.00 process service (includes forcible detainer citation); $275.00 special process service (includes writ of possession).
Where can I get help with an eviction in Comal County (New Braunfels)?
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid.

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.