Webb v. Oberkampf Supply of Lubbock, Inc.

BOYD, Justice.

The primary question presented by this appeal is whether there is a lack of jurisdiction apparent on the face of the record which would invalidate the trial court’s judgment. Answering in the affirmative, we must reverse the default judgment and remand the matter to the trial court. Richard Webb purchased plumbing supplies from Oberkampf Supply of Lubbock, Inc. on an open account. When the balance remained unpaid, Oberkampf brought a suit on a sworn account against Webb, and attempted to serve him with process.

Citation was first issued July 3, 1989. The July 7, 1989 return…