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Eviction in Lubbock County (Lubbock), Texas

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

Quick facts: eviction in Lubbock County (Lubbock)

Eviction court
Lubbock County Justice of the Peace Courts — Justice of the Peace court
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)
$1,175/month HUD
Renter households
56,165 (44% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-23

Where eviction cases are filed in Lubbock County (Lubbock)

Eviction cases in Lubbock County (Lubbock) are heard by the Lubbock County Justice of the Peace Courts (Justice of the Peace court).

Eviction suits must be filed in the justice court for the precinct where the rental property is located. Contact that court to confirm current costs and hearing procedures. Amendments to Texas Property Code ch. 24 (SB 38) apply to eviction cases filed on or after January 1, 2026 (statewide change, not county-specific).

The Texas eviction process

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

  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 Lubbock County (Lubbock)

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

Studio$818
1 bedroom$990
2 bedrooms$1,175
3 bedrooms$1,634
4 bedrooms$1,940

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Lubbock County (Lubbock): $1,178/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 Lubbock County (Lubbock)?
Eviction cases in Lubbock County (Lubbock) are filed with the Lubbock County Justice of the Peace Courts.
Where can I get help with an eviction in Lubbock County (Lubbock)?
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas - Lubbock office.
What is the fair market rent in Lubbock County (Lubbock)?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,175 per month (1-bedroom: $990).

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.