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Eviction in Potter County (Amarillo), Texas

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

Quick facts: eviction in Potter County (Amarillo)

Eviction court
Potter County Justice of the Peace Courts (Precincts 1-4) — Justice of the Peace court Court page
Filing fee
Eviction: $54.00, or $179.00 with citation for service. Writ of possession: $225.00. Potter County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 - 2026 Filing Fees
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)
$1,106/month HUD
Renter households
18,186 (43% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Potter County (Amarillo)

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

Court eviction page

Evictions are filed in the justice court for the precinct where the property is located. Each precinct page posts a 2026 eviction petition packet; Precinct 2 also posts Texas Eviction Diversion Program forms.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Potter County (Amarillo)

Eviction: $54.00, or $179.00 with citation for service. Writ of possession: $225.00.

Schedule posted on the Precinct 2 page; other precincts did not post a separate schedule. A Sworn Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs form is linked from the precinct pages.

Source: Potter County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 - 2026 Filing Fees

How eviction cases work locally

Eviction diversionPrecinct 2 posts Texas Eviction Diversion Program qualifications and tenant/landlord certification forms.
Source: Official source

The Texas eviction process

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

  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 Potter County (Amarillo)

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

Studio$778
1 bedroom$903
2 bedrooms$1,106
3 bedrooms$1,503
4 bedrooms$1,742

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Potter County (Amarillo): $1,022/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 Potter County (Amarillo)?
Eviction cases in Potter County (Amarillo) are filed with the Potter County Justice of the Peace Courts (Precincts 1-4).
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Potter County (Amarillo)?
Eviction: $54.00, or $179.00 with citation for service. Writ of possession: $225.00.
Where can I get help with an eviction in Potter County (Amarillo)?
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas - Amarillo office.
What is the fair market rent in Potter County (Amarillo)?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,106 per month (1-bedroom: $903).

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.