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Eviction in El Paso County (El Paso), Texas

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

Quick facts: eviction in El Paso County (El Paso)

Eviction court
El Paso County Justice of the Peace Courts (7 precincts) — Justice of the Peace court Court page
Filing fee
$154 for one defendant (includes constable service); $100 each additional person; writ of possession $255 ($5 + $250 constable service) El Paso County JP Precinct 5 page (fees effective January 15, 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
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026)
$1,191/month HUD
Renter households
107,181 (36% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-22

Where eviction cases are filed in El Paso County (El Paso)

Eviction cases in El Paso County (El Paso) are heard by the El Paso County Justice of the Peace Courts (7 precincts) (Justice of the Peace court).

Court eviction page · E-filing · Search court records · Self-help center

File in the JP precinct where the property is located; find your precinct via the county elections 'elected officials' lookup (https://epcountyvotes.com/elected-officials-and-candidate-information/elected-officials). JP precinct boundaries were redrawn, so confirm the current precinct.

How much it costs to file an eviction in El Paso County (El Paso)

$154 for one defendant (includes constable service); $100 each additional person; writ of possession $255 ($5 + $250 constable service)

Each precinct sets its own fee page; other precinct pages show older schedules. A Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs may be filed in lieu of fees (state rule).

Source: El Paso County JP Precinct 5 page (fees effective January 15, 2026)

The Texas eviction process

Texas state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including El Paso County (El Paso):

  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 El Paso County (El Paso)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the El Paso, TX HUD Metro FMR Area (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio$821
1 bedroom$1,013
2 bedrooms$1,191
3 bedrooms$1,633
4 bedrooms$1,998

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in El Paso County (El Paso): $1,079/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; eviction procedure is governed by state law (Tex. Prop. Code ch. 24 and Tex. R. Civ. P. 510). City rules, if any, are on city pages.

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in El Paso County (El Paso)?
Eviction cases in El Paso County (El Paso) are filed with the El Paso County Justice of the Peace Courts (7 precincts).
How much does it cost to file an eviction in El Paso County (El Paso)?
$154 for one defendant (includes constable service); $100 each additional person; writ of possession $255 ($5 + $250 constable service)
Where can I get help with an eviction in El Paso County (El Paso)?
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA); EP Rent Help (COVID-19 rental assistance, likely closed).
What is the fair market rent in El Paso County (El Paso)?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,191 per month (1-bedroom: $1,013).

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.