What should I do if I received a citation?

You should file a written answer with the court clerk by the specified deadline.

What happens if I don't respond to the citation?

A default judgment may be taken against you if you do not respond.

How long do I have to respond to the citation?

You have until 10:00 a.m. on the Monday following 42 days after being served.

Respondents have been sued and must file an answer to avoid default judgment.

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Published: Apr 29, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Court Notice
City: Bastrop
Address: 4407 S. Interstate Hwy 35, Bastrop, Texas · 2 filings

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2 filings at this address 4 court notice notices in Bastrop (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
File a Written Answer
Prepare and submit your written answer to the court clerk by the deadline.
2
Consult an Attorney
Consider hiring an attorney to assist you with your case and response.
3
Check Court Dates
Verify the court dates and ensure you are aware of any upcoming hearings.

Frequently asked questions

What should I do if I received a citation?: You should file a written answer with the court clerk by the specified deadline.
What happens if I don't respond to the citation?: A default judgment may be taken against you if you do not respond.
How long do I have to respond to the citation?: You have until 10:00 a.m. on the Monday following 42 days after being served.

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Full Notice Text

CITATION BY PUBLICATION2885-21CLERK OF THE COURT PLAINTIFFS ATTORNEY21st District Court Calley D. CallahanDISTRICT CLERK SARAH LOUCKS 4407 S. INTERSTATE 				 HWY 35 	 STE. 201804 PECAN STREET P O BOX 1712BASTROP TEXAS 78602 GEORGETOWN, TX 78627THE STATE OF TEXASNOTICE TO RESPONDENT: “You have been sued. Youmay employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do not file awritten answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00a.m. on the Monday next following the expiration of forty-twodays after you were served this citation and petition, a defaultjudgment may be taken against you.”TO: KARRYANNE KING AMSTEAD, KATHERINEMICHELLE KING JONES, TINA KAY KING PUCKETT,BILLY RAY KING, WILLIAM MATTHEW KING, PAULASUE POOL FREEMAN a/ka PAULA SUE WILCOX-FREE-MAN and JAMES MICHAEL POOL OR THEIRUNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW WHOSE RESIDENCE ANDWHEREABOUTS ARE UNKNOWNGREETINGS:<

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