Judge Lisa Jean Whitehead
Judge • Burnet County Justice of the Peace Courts
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Court-wideCourt-wide rules
Applies court-wideBurnet County Justice of the Peace Courts publishes its filing requirements at the court level rather than per judge, so these 48 rules are what govern this courtroom.
Filing Requirements
All 11- Applies to
- Filed document
A party requesting return of file-stamped copies by mail must submit an extra copy and a self-addressed, postage-paid envelope with the original filing.
- Applies to
- Transfer order
A transfer order must identify the court to which the case is being transferred.
- Applies to
- Motion to retain
A motion to retain must state in writing the factual and legal basis for retaining the case.
Service
All 9Juror summonses are generally mailed, but under short time restrictions the court may arrange hand delivery through the precinct constable’s office.
- Applies to
- Petition and accompanying documents
Parties in Justice Court suits must provide enough copies of petitions and accompanying filed documents for all parties being served.
- Applies to
- Transfer order
A copy of a transfer order must be delivered to each party or the party’s attorney of record.
Filing Timing
All 8A party requesting a civil jury trial must file a written request with the court at least 14 days before trial.
In non-jury cases, exceptions, motions, and pleas must be filed three days before the scheduled trial.
- Deadline
- 10 business days
- Applies to
- Motion to retain
A motion to retain must be filed at least 10 business days before the dismissal date stated in the notice.
Communication
All 7You may contact the court to inquire about its docket.
An attorney who is in or scheduled for trial in another court must promptly notify the Justice Court in writing when the conflict becomes apparent, identifying the case number and the other court.
An attorney assigned to trial in two Burnet County Justice Courts on the same date must promptly inform both courts of the conflict in writing.
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