Concho County Justice of the Peace Court Filing Rules

Official filing rules, court-wide sources, and procedure resources for Concho County Justice of the Peace Court

Official local rules (court website)

For Concho County Justice of the Peace Court filings, start with the official local rules and court-level instructions. Then confirm any division, department, clerk, or assigned-officer procedure that applies to the case.

Adjournments

Court-wide

24Hoursnotice

Document Filing Requirements

Court-level rules
A party seeking a civil jury trial must file a written request with the court no later than 14 days before trial.

Filing Timing and Cure Windows

Court-level rules
A civil jury-trial request is due no later than 14 days before the date set for trial.

Chambers Communication Rules

Court-level rules
Attorneys should follow ethical rules concerning media discussions of cases and improper ex parte communications with the judge.

Adjournment & Extension Requirements

Court-level rules
Defense attorneys or defendants may request a reset of an appearance no later than 24 hours before the current setting.

Service and Proof of Service Rules

Court-level rules
Adequate notice must be sent by certified mail with return receipt requested.

Filing Fees and Waivers

Court-level rules
The jury fee must be paid when the jury-trial request is submitted to the court.