Texas Courts:
In the expansive legal landscape of Texas, there are 254 counties, each with its own unique and often varying procedures. Within this framework, exists an extensive trial court system, as well as 14 appellate courts that handle appeals from the district and county courts. At the apex of the state’s judiciary stands the Supreme Court of Texas, serving as the final authority on civil matters in the state. This court, composed of nine justices, plays a pivotal role in interpreting and shaping the legal landscape of Texas, ensuring consistency and precedent throughout the state’s robust judicial system.
- Texas Court Rules (provides access to the following):
- Texas Rules of Civil Procedure
- Texas Rules of Appellate Procedure
- Texas Rules of Evidence
- Statewide Rules Governing Electronic Filing in Criminal Cases
- Texas Rules of Judicial Administration
- Texas Code of Judicial Conduct
- Rules of Judicial Education
- Procedural Rules for the State Commission on Judicial Conduct
- Judicial Branch Certification Commission Rules
- Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct
- Texas Rules of Disciplinary Procedure
- Judicial Bypass Rules under Ch. 33 of the Family Code
- Standards for Appellate Conduct
- Ethical Guidelines for Mediators
- Uniform Format Manual for Texas Reporters’ Records
- JCIT Technology Standards
- Forms
- TAMES Search
- Search court cases on appeal throughout all 14 appellate courts, the Texas Supreme Court and the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. (Note: Trial level court cases are not available using this webpage).
- ReSearchTX –
- Search all trial courts within all 254 counties of the State of Texas. (Note: Generally requires fees / subscription. Provides access to trial court documents and information).
- Texas Online Public Information – Courts (TOPICs):
- Search Local Rules – Search Local Rules, Forms, and Standing Orders – throughout all Texas courts.
- Search Citations and Notices – Searchable citations of substitute service and other related public or legal notices required for online publication on the public information Internet website by statute, rule, or court order – filed throughout all Texas courts.
- Search Protective Orders – Search protective orders – filed throughout all Texas courts.
- Search Bail Forms – Search bail forms – filed throughout all Texas courts. (Note: For Class B misdemeanor or higher category offenses. Also includes municipal court orders).
Opinions of the Texas Supreme Court (2014 – current).
- Texas Constitution and Statutes
- Official state website providing access to the Texas Constitution and state statutes.
Counties and Related Municipalities Within the State of Texas: