Lubbock County Courts at Law
Court-Level Rules, Filing Procedures & Policies
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Limits & Logistics
Courtesy Copies
Electronically Filed Document
Document Format Requirements1 rule
Any other person or entity requesting access to a confidential case file subject to this standing order may submit a request to the Court using the form attached as Exhibit "A".
Document Filing Requirements24 rules
Presenting an ex parte application constitutes counsel’s representation that opposing counsel is unrepresented or, if represented, has been notified or could not be notified despite diligent efforts and circumstances preclude further notice.
Court's wording
7. APPLICATION FOR EX PARTE ORDERS. By presenting any application for an ex parte order, counsel is deemed to represent to the Court that: 7.1. To the best of counsel's knowledge, the party against whom the relief is sought is not represented by counsel; or 7.2. If the party against whom the relief is sought is represented by counsel, that (i) such counsel has been notified of the application and does not wish to be heard by the Court thereon; or (ii) counsel presenting the application has diligently attempted to notify opposing counsel, has been unable to do so, and the circumstances do not permit additional efforts to give such notice.
Each parent must produce information identifying their net resources and ability to pay child support, including specified earnings records, within 30 days of appearance and at least 24 hours before any hearing.
Court's wording
8. MANDATORY EXCHANGE OF INFORMATION PRIOR TO HEARING ON CHILD SUPPORT. Within 30 days of a parent's appearance in a suit involving children, and at least 24 hours prior to any hearing, each parent shall produce the following: 8 .1. Information sufficient to accurately identify that parent's net resources and ability to pay child support including all payroll statements, pay stubs, W2 forms, and 1099 forms which evidence that party's earnings for the six months preceding the first scheduled hearing.
The Petitioner shall attach a copy of this order to the original petition and to each copy of the petition.
The parties are further ordered to e.xchange documents that will assist in resolving the case at least seven days before the ADR proceeding or mediation. These documents include medical bills, medical records, a summai'y of any and all liens, and any other documents which will facilitate a resolution of the case.
The parties or the person facilitating the proceeding shall promptly report to the court in writing a notice of whether or not the matter was resolved.
If counsel agree on content and deadline dates, the Plaintiff named first in the lawsuit shall submit a scheduling order to the Court within thirty (30) days from the first answer date, subject to Court approval.
If counsel agree on content and deadline dates, the Plaintiff named first in the lawsuit shall submit a scheduling order to the Court within sixty (60) days from the first answer date, subject to Court approval.
If counsel agree on content and deadline dates, the Plaintiff named first in the lawsuit shall submit a scheduling order to the Court within forty (40) days from the first answer date, subject to Court approval.
If counsel agree on content and deadline dates, the plaintiff/petitioner named first in the lawsuit shall submit a scheduling order to the Court within forty (40) days from the first answer date, subject to Court approval.
In cases involving temporary or final spousal or child support, each party must provide the listed financial documents to the Court and opposing party, including specified child-support information from each parent.
Court's wording
A.1. In all cases in which support of a spouse and/or child(ren) is in issue, whether temporary or final, each party shall be required to furnish to the Court and opposing party: a) A statement of monthly income and expenses; b) Copies of that party’s federal income tax returns for the two (2) calendar years prior to the hearing; c) All payroll statements, pay stubs, W2 forms, and 1099 forms which evidence that party’s earnings for the calendar year prior to the hearing and from January first of the current year through the date of the hearing; d) Copies of any financial statements filed by that party with any financial institution in the two (2) years prior to the hearing; e) In all suits involving child support, each party who is a parent shall furnish to the Court the information described for determination of child support set out in Section 154.063, Texas Family Code, as amended.
A party completing the seminar must file a copy of the attendance certificate with the District Clerk before the final hearing.
Court's wording
Each party completing the seminar shall be provided with a certificate of attendance which that party shall present to the Court prior to final hearing of the case by filing a copy of the same in the case with the District Clerk.
An attorney hired by or appointed to represent a defendant will file a Notice of Appearance with the appropriate clerk’s office and notify the Criminal District Attorney’s Office and the appropriate court coordinator by forwarding them a copy of said Notice.
Within one business day following a trial, the Criminal District Attorney’s office will prepare any required paperwork (i.e., judgment of guilt, judgment of not guilty, etc.) and present all such paperwork to the Court for signature.
A.2.a. The certificate of conference must contain the following elements to be considered complete: A.2.a.1. A statement that each party is in agreement with the motion for continuance being granted; and, A.2.a.2. Contain the name of each party or attorney with whom the requesting party conferenced.
B.1.a. The certificate of conference must contain the following elements to be considered complete: B.1.a.1. A statement that each party is in agreement with the motion for continuance being granted; and, B.1.a.2. Contain the name of each party or attorney with whom the requesting party conferenced.
or provide notice of a deadline to object in the motion.
All orders granting withdrawal of counsel shall require withdrawing counsel to notify his or her client of all pending settings and deadlines known to withdrawing counsel.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that this designation be entered into the minutes of the magistrate and district courts.
(b) Another court designated in writing by the court described by Paragraphy A:
(b) Unless a party files a written objection to the associate judge hearing a trial on the merits, the judge may refer the trial to the associate judge.
The State must submit a written objection identifying the individual whose release it opposes and stating its reasons.
Court's wording
If the State objects to the release of the detained individual, they shall notify the Court in writing of the specific individual for whom they oppose release as well as the reasons they oppose the release.
The selected neutral shall report the outcome of the ADR procedure to the ODR and the Court consistent with the provisions of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code, Chapter 154.
B.2. Parties who wish to satisfy the requirement with another program may submit information regarding the program to the Associate Judge for approval prior to enrollment in the program.
B. Substitution of counsel may be granted without a hearing if a motion is filed with the signature of the substituting attorney, a representation that the defendant agrees to the substitution and a certificate of conference representing that the attorney of record has been notified as to the proposed substitution of counsel.
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Filing & Service rules
Electronic Filing Rules
Lubbock County must comply with all rules and statutes governing electronic filing.
A.1. Lubbock County shall adhere to all electronic filing rules or, any other rule or statute governing electronic filing.
Page 7 | Rule 1.14 – Electronic Filing
This standing order does not prohibit electronic filing, which remains subject to TRCP 21(f).
Nothing in this standing order prohibits the use of electronic filing as mandated by TRCP 21(f).
Civil cases
Page 2 | IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED
Filing Timing and Cure Windows
The order takes effect when the original petition is filed, remains a temporary restraining order for fourteen days after service, and continues as a temporary injunction if no party contests it within that period.
This order is effective upon the filing of the original petition and shall remain in full force and effect as a temporary restraining order for fourteen days after the date of service of the original petition. If no party contests this order within fourteen days after the date of service of the original petition, this order shall continue in full force and effect as a temporary injunction until further order of this court.
Civil cases
Page 5 | SERVICE AND APPLICATION OF TIDS ORDER
If counsel agree on the scheduling order’s content and deadlines, the first-named plaintiff must submit it within 30 days of the first answer, subject to court approval.
If counsel agree on content and deadline dates, the Plaintiff named first in the lawsuit shall submit a scheduling order to the Court within thirty (30) days from the first answer date, subject to Court approval.
Page 9 | Rule 3.40 – Case Level Definitions and Time Frames, A.2.a
Counsel must confer about the scheduling order within 20 days of the first answer.
Within twenty (20) days from the date of the first answer in a case, counsel must confer as to the content of a scheduling order.
Page 9 | Rule 3.40 – Case Level Definitions and Time Frames, A.2.a
Counsel must confer about the scheduling order within 45 days of the first answer.
Within forty-five (45) days from the date of the first answer in a case, counsel must confer as to the content of a scheduling order.
Page 10 | Rule 3.40 – Case Level Definitions and Time Frames, C.2.a
If counsel agree on the scheduling order’s content and deadlines, the first-named plaintiff must submit it within 40 days of the first answer, subject to court approval.
If counsel agree on content and deadline dates, the Plaintiff named first in the lawsuit shall submit a scheduling order to the Court within forty (40) days from the first answer date, subject to Court approval.
Page 10 | Rule 3.40 – Case Level Definitions and Time Frames, B.2.a
Within thirty (30) days from the date of the first answer in a case, counsel must confer as to the content of a scheduling order.
Within thirty (30) days from the date of the first answer in a case, counsel must confer as to the content of a scheduling order.
Page 10 | Rule 3.40 – Case Level Definitions and Time Frames, B.2.a
If counsel agree on the scheduling order’s content and deadlines, the first-named plaintiff must submit it within 60 days of the first answer, subject to court approval.
If counsel agree on content and deadline dates, the Plaintiff named first in the lawsuit shall submit a scheduling order to the Court within sixty (60) days from the first answer date, subject to Court approval.
Page 10 | Rule 3.40 – Case Level Definitions and Time Frames, C.2.a
If counsel agree on the scheduling order’s content and deadlines, the first-named plaintiff or petitioner must submit it within 40 days from the first answer date, subject to Court approval.
If counsel agree on content and deadline dates, the plaintiff/petitioner named first in the lawsuit shall submit a scheduling order to the Court within forty (40) days from the first answer date, subject to Court approval.
Page 12 | Rule 4.30 - Scheduling Order
Should the parties agree to use a selected neutral for this case, they shall notify the ODR and Court within seven (7) days of naming a neutral of their choice.
Should the parties agree to use a selected neutral for this case, they shall notify the ODR and Court within seven (7) days of naming a neutral of their choice.
Page 14 | Rule 4.45 - Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
ADR must be completed no later than 30 days before trial.
B.2. ADR shall be completed no later than thirty (30) days before trial.
Page 14 | Rule 4.45 - Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
The seminar must be initiated within 30 days from the answer date.
The seminar shall be initiated within thirty (30) days from the answer date,
Page 15 | Rule 4.65 - Parent Education and Family Stabilization Course, D. Deadline for Completion
The attendance certificate must be filed before the final hearing.
Each party completing the seminar shall be provided with a certificate of attendance which that party shall present to the Court prior to final hearing of the case by filing a copy of the same in the case with the District Clerk.
Page 15 | Rule 4.65 - Parent Education and Family Stabilization Course, E. Verification of Attendance
Evidence of seminar completion must be filed at least seven days before the final hearing.
evidence of completion filed with the Court at least seven (7) days prior to the final hearing.
Page 15 | Rule 4.65 - Parent Education and Family Stabilization Course, D. Deadline for Completion
A misdemeanor arrestee must be brought before a magistrate without unnecessary delay and no later than 24 hours after arrest.
The arresting officer, or the person having custody of the arrestee, shall ensure that every arrestee be brought before a magistrate without unnecessary delay, but not later than twenty-four (24) hours after the person is arrested for a misdemeanor offense or forty-eight (48) hours after the person is arrested for a felony offense.
Page 17 | Rule 5.20 - Criminal Case Management: From Case Filing to Disposition; A. Initial Appearance
In the discretion of the Courts, and pursuant to Rule 1(a) of the Regional Rules of Administration for the Ninth Administrative Judicial Region cases will be set for trial within 180 days from the date of indictment or information except for good cause shown.
In the discretion of the Courts, and pursuant to Rule 1(a) of the Regional Rules of Administration for the Ninth Administrative Judicial Region cases will be set for trial within 180 days from the date of indictment or information except for good cause shown.
Page 17 | Rule 5.15 – Goals and Definitions; B. Differentiated Case Management
A detained defendant accused of a felony listed in Code of Criminal Procedure Article 42A.054 will be considered for release on personal bond or reduced bail if the Criminal District Attorney is not ready for trial within 45 days of detention.
Pursuant to Amended Joint Order Regarding Detention of Individuals Pending Filing of Charges (TAT #2005-000,344), a defendant who is detained in jail pending trial of an accusation against him will be considered for release either on personal bond or by reducing the amount of bail required if the Criminal District Attorney is not ready for trial of the criminal action for which he is being detained within: Forty-five (45) days from the date of detention if the individual is accused of a felony listed in Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 42A.054.
Page 18 | Rule 5.20 - Criminal Case Management: From Case Filing to Disposition; C. Case Filing
A detained defendant accused of a Class A misdemeanor will be considered for release on personal bond or reduced bail if the Criminal District Attorney is not ready for trial within 15 days of detention.
Pursuant to Amended Joint Order Regarding Detention of Individuals Pending Filing of Charges (TAT #2005-000,344), a defendant who is detained in jail pending trial of an accusation against him will be considered for release either on personal bond or by reducing the amount of bail required if the Criminal District Attorney is not ready for trial of the criminal action for which he is being detained within: Fifteen (15) days from the date of detention if the individual is accused of a Class A misdemeanor.
Page 18 | Rule 5.20 - Criminal Case Management: From Case Filing to Disposition; C. Case Filing
Felony Arraignments will be held within ten (14) days of indictment.
Felony Arraignments will be held within ten (14) days of indictment.
Page 18 | Rule 5.20 - Criminal Case Management: From Case Filing to Disposition; D. Arraignments
Counsel must be appointed to indigent defendants as soon as possible and by the end of the first business day after receipt of the request, whether or not the case has been filed.
Counsel shall be appointed as soon as possible to indigent defendants but no later than the end of the first business day after the date on which the court or the court’s designee receives the defendant’s request for court appointed counsel. Business day means Monday through Friday, excluding official state or local holidays. Counsel must be appointed to indigent defendants whether or not a case has been filed in the trial court.
Page 18 | Rule 5.20 - Criminal Case Management: From Case Filing to Disposition; B. Court Appointed Attorney
The first meaningful event in a felony case will be held within 30 to 60 days after arraignment.
The first meaningful event 1 in felony cases will be held within thirty (30) to sixty (60) days of the arraignment.
Page 18 | Rule 5.20 - Criminal Case Management: From Case Filing to Disposition; F. Court Scheduling
A detained defendant accused of a felony not included in the preceding category will be considered for release on personal bond or reduced bail if the Criminal District Attorney is not ready for trial within 30 days of detention.
Pursuant to Amended Joint Order Regarding Detention of Individuals Pending Filing of Charges (TAT #2005-000,344), a defendant who is detained in jail pending trial of an accusation against him will be considered for release either on personal bond or by reducing the amount of bail required if the Criminal District Attorney is not ready for trial of the criminal action for which he is being detained within: Thirty (30) days from the date of detention if the individual is accused of any felony other than those included above.
Page 18 | Rule 5.20 - Criminal Case Management: From Case Filing to Disposition; C. Case Filing
Misdemeanor arraignments will be held within 30 days after the complaint.
Misdemeanor Arraignments will be held within thirty (30) days of complaint.
Page 18 | Rule 5.20 - Criminal Case Management: From Case Filing to Disposition; D. Arraignments
The Criminal District Attorney’s office must prepare required post-trial paperwork and present it to the Court for signature within one business day after trial.
Within one business day following a trial, the Criminal District Attorney’s office will prepare any required paperwork (i.e., judgment of guilt, judgment of not guilty, etc.) and present all such paperwork to the Court for signature.
Page 20 | Rule 5.25 - Management of the Trial, D. Paperwork Following Trial
A party must file an objection by the 10th day after receiving notice that the associate judge will hear the trial; if an objection is filed, the referring court must hear the trial or preside at the jury trial.
(c) A party must file an objection to an associate judge hearing a trial on the merits or presiding at a jury trial not later than the 10th day after the date the party receives notice that the associate judge will hear the trial. If an objection is filed, the referring court shall hear the trial on the merits or preside at a jury trial.
Page 1 | Omnibus Order of Referral - Family Law Associate Judge
If charges are not filed within 15 days of detention for a Class A misdemeanor, the individual will be considered for pretrial release or a reduction in bail.
IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED an individual detained in jail pending the filing of formal charges will be considered for pretrial release bond or by reducing the amount of bail required, if the State does not file charges on the offense(s) for the which the individual is detained within: 3) 15 days from the date of detention if the individual is accused of a Class A misdemeanor
Criminal cases
Page 1 | Amended Joint Order Regarding Detention of Individuals Pending Filing of Charges
If charges are not filed within 30 days of detention for another felony, the individual will be considered for pretrial release or a reduction in bail.
IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED an individual detained in jail pending the filing of formal charges will be considered for pretrial release bond or by reducing the amount of bail required, if the State does not file charges on the offense(s) for the which the individual is detained within: 2) 30 days from the date of detention if the individual is accused of any felony other than those excluded by the previous section;
Criminal cases
Page 1 | Amended Joint Order Regarding Detention of Individuals Pending Filing of Charges
If charges are not filed within 45 days of detention for a felony listed in Code of Criminal Procedure § 42A.054, the individual will be considered for pretrial release or a reduction in bail.
IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED an individual detained in jail pending the filing of formal charges will be considered for pretrial release bond or by reducing the amount of bail required, if the State does not file charges on the offense(s) for the which the individual is detained within: 1) 45 days from the date of detention if the individual is accused of a felony listed in Code of Criminal Procedure § 42A.054
Criminal cases
Page 1 | Amended Joint Order Regarding Detention of Individuals Pending Filing of Charges
Service and Proof of Service Rules
The moving attorney or self-represented litigant is responsible for providing proper notice or service.
Proper notice or service shall be the responsibility of the moving attorney or self-represented litigant.
Page 13 | Rule 4.35 - Ancillary Proceedings, Temporary Orders and Emergency Matters
A copy of the Notice of Appearance must be forwarded to the Criminal District Attorney’s Office and the appropriate court coordinator.
An attorney hired by or appointed to represent a defendant will file a Notice of Appearance with the appropriate clerk’s office and notify the Criminal District Attorney’s Office and the appropriate court coordinator by forwarding them a copy of said Notice.
Page 18 | Rule 5.20 - Criminal Case Management: From Case Filing to Disposition; E. Notice of Appearance
When no substitute attorney is appointed or the client does not consent, withdrawing counsel must give written notice and arrange notice of a hearing, or state an objection deadline in the motion; a timely objection requires a hearing.
If another attorney is not to be substituted as attorney for the party, or if the party does not consent to the motion to withdraw, the withdrawing attorney shall notify the client in writing and set the motion to withdraw for a hearing with notice of the date and time of the hearing provided to the client and counsel for any parties, or provide notice of a deadline to object in the motion. If an objection is timely filed, the court shall conduct a hearing on the motion.
Page 25 | Rule 9.25 - Attorney Withdrawal
Courtesy Copy Requirements
At a judge’s request, the clerk must provide a paper copy of all documents electronically filed or stored by the clerk.
The clerk, however, upon request by a judge, shall provide a paper copy of all documents electronically filed or stored by the clerk.
Page 7 | Rule 1.14 – Electronic Filing
Paper copies of electronically filed documents are not required unless law or rule requires them.
B.1. Unless otherwise required by law or rule, paper copies of electronically filed documents are not required.
Page 7 | Rule 1.14 – Electronic Filing
Sealing & Redaction Procedures
The covered property or material must not be made available to the public for copying or dissemination during a criminal hearing or proceeding and must be placed under seal when it concludes.
ADDITIONALLY, the Court further ORDERS that any property or material described by Article 39.152 must not be made available or allowed to be made available for copying or dissemination to the public during the course of a criminal hearing or proceeding pursuant to Article 38.451 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and shall be placed under seal of the Court on conclusion of the hearing or proceeding.
Criminal cases
Page 1 | Administrative Order Requiring Discovery of Evidence Depicting Invasive Visual Recording and Entry of Protective Order
Property or material produced under Article 39.152 may not be copied or disseminated except for use in the criminal proceeding.
THEREFORE, the Court further ORDERS that property or material described by Article 39.152 and produced to the defendant or the defendant's attorney be subject to a protective order prohibiting the copying or dissemination of the evidence, save and except for use in trial, hearings, or other matters related to the criminal proceeding.
Criminal cases
Page 1 | Administrative Order Requiring Discovery of Evidence Depicting Invasive Visual Recording and Entry of Protective Order
At final disposition, the defendant or defense attorney must return to the State or destroy covered material that was produced but not admitted into evidence.
FINALLY, the Court further ORDERS that the defendant and/or the defendant's attorney either return to the State or destroy any property or material described above that has been produced under Article 39.14 and not offered as and admitted into evidence upon final disposition of the case.
Criminal cases
Page 2 | Administrative Order Requiring Discovery of Evidence Depicting Invasive Visual Recording and Entry of Protective Order
FURTHER, the Court also ORDERS that the information gathered from DFPS be released without any redactions of a reports) of alleged or suspected abuse or neglect and the identity of the person making the report to the defense attorney(s) and prosecuting attorney(s).
FURTHER, the Court also ORDERS that the information gathered from DFPS be released without any redactions of a reports) of alleged or suspected abuse or neglect and the identity of the person making the report to the defense attorney(s) and prosecuting attorney(s).
Criminal cases
Page 1 | Administrative Order to Release AG Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Records
No party may further disseminate DFPS discovery provided by the State to a third party; violations constitute contempt of court.
ADDITIONALLY, it is further ORDERED that a Protective Order is issued preventing any party from further dissemination of any such discovery provided by the State from DFPS to any third party. Any person who violates this order will be in contempt of court.
Criminal cases
Page 2 | Orders Regarding Release and Protective Order
DFPS case affidavits, court reports, and other documents are confidential and maintained by the District Clerk; specified persons may access them, and others may request access from the Court.
IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED that access to affidavits, court reports, and other documents filed in a suit brought by DFPS pursuant to Chapters 261, 262, and 264 of the Texas Family Code are CONFIDENTIAL and shall be maintained by the District Clerk of Lubbock County as such. The Clerk of the Court shall allow access to these pleadings, orders, and documents to the court, an associate judge, DFPS employees, employees of a Single Source Continuum Contractor (SSCC) acting as an authorized agent of DFPS, a party, a party's attorney, any attorney ad litem or guardian ad litem for the child, and the Office of the Attorney General. Any other person or entity requesting access to a confidential case file subject to this standing order may submit a request to the Court using the form attached as Exhibit "A".
Civil cases
Page 2 | IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED
Property or material produced under Article 39.153 may not be copied or disseminated, except for use in the criminal proceeding.
THEREFORE, the Court ORDERS that property or material described by Article 39.153 and produced to the defendant or the defendant's attorney be subject to a protective order prohibiting the copying or dissemination of the evidence, save and except for use in trial, hearings, or other matters related to the criminal proceeding.
Criminal cases
Page 1 | ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER REQUIRING DISCOVERY OF PROPERTY I AG OR MATERIAL FROM FORENSIC MEDICAL EXAMINATION AND ENTRY OF PROTECTIVE ORDER
Article 39.153 property or material must not be available for public copying or dissemination during a criminal hearing or proceeding and must be placed under seal when the hearing or proceeding concludes.
FURTHER, the Court also ORDERS that any property or material described by Article 39.153 must not be made available or allowed to be made available for copying or dissemination to the public during the course of a criminal hearing or proceeding pursuant to Articles 38.435 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and shall be placed under seal of the Court on conclusion of the hearing or proceeding.
Criminal cases
Page 1 | ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER REQUIRING DISCOVERY OF PROPERTY I AG OR MATERIAL FROM FORENSIC MEDICAL EXAMINATION AND ENTRY OF PROTECTIVE ORDER
Pre-Motion Conference Requirements
Summary judgment motions are decided on the briefs unless oral argument is requested and granted by the Court.
Summary Judgment Motions will be heard by submission on briefs only unless oral arguments have been requested and granted by the Court.
Page 9 | Rule 3.30 - Case Level and Deadlines for Disposition, C
Adjournment & Extension Requirements
At the request of the party, the court shall conduct a hearing on the motion.
At the request of the party, the court shall conduct a hearing on the motion.
Page 24 | Rule 9.15 - Requests for Continuance
Criminal continuances are governed by Chapter 29 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, as amended.
B. In a criminal case, continuances are governed by Chapter 29 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, as amended.
Page 24 | Rule 9.15 - Requests for Continuance
A civil continuance motion that does not meet the stated requirements will be denied without prejudice to refiling.
A.1. Any motion that does not meet these requirements will be denied without prejudice to the right to refile.
Page 24 | Rule 9.15 - Requests for Continuance
In civil cases, unless all counsel consent in writing and the Court approves the request, a motion for continuance must be filed under Texas Rule 251 et seq.
A. In a civil case, unless counsel for all parties consent, in writing, to the request for a continuance and the same is approved by the Court, a motion must be filed pursuant to Rule 251, et seq. of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, as amended.
Page 24 | Rule 9.15 - Requests for Continuance
The Court may grant a criminal continuance motion without a hearing if it is accompanied by a completed certificate of conference.
B.1. If a completed certificate of conference accompanies a motion for continuance, the Court may grant the motion for continuance without a hearing.
Page 24 | Rule 9.15 - Requests for Continuance
The Court may grant a civil continuance motion without a hearing if it is accompanied by a completed certificate of conference.
A.2. If a completed certificate of conference accompanies a motion for continuance, the Court may grant the motion for continuance without a hearing.
Page 24 | Rule 9.15 - Requests for Continuance
Chambers Communication Rules
Counsel must bring any scheduling problems to the Court’s attention immediately.
Any scheduling problems shall be brought to the attention of the Court immediately.
Page 19 | Rule 5.25 - Management of the Trial, B. Witnesses
Motions on ancillary proceedings, temporary orders, and emergency matters must be presented to the Associate Judge’s Court Coordinator to schedule a hearing.
All motions on ancillary proceedings, temporary orders and emergency matters shall be presented to the Court Coordinator of the Associate Judge for scheduling hearings before the Associate Judge.
Page 13 | Rule 4.35 - Ancillary Proceedings, Temporary Orders and Emergency Matters
A County Court-at-Law must request a visiting judge from the Regional Presiding Judge and notify the Court Administrator.
Requests for a visiting judge for a County Court-at-Law shall be requested by the court to the Regional Presiding Judge with notification to the Court Administrator.
Page 17 | Rule 7.20 - Requests for Visiting Judge
A District Court must request a visiting judge from the Regional Presiding Judge.
Requests for a visiting judge for a District Court shall be requested by the court to the Regional Presiding Judge.
Page 17 | Rule 7.20 - Requests for Visiting Judge
Notice of vacation or an absence longer than five days must be provided to the Local Administrative Judge and Court Administrator at least two weeks in advance when possible; the requirement does not apply to judicial conferences or educational events.
Notice of vacation or periods of absence longer than five (5) days shall be provided to the Local Administrative Judge and the Court Administrator at least two (2) weeks prior to the date of such vacation period or other necessary extended absence, when possible. This rule shall not apply to judicial conferences or educational events.
Page 17 | Rule 7.15 - Notification of Local Administrative Judge
The Court Administrator must be notified when a visiting judge, court reporter, or similar arrangement may cause local expenditures.
The Court Administrator must be notified when a visiting judge, court reporter, etc. may result in local expenditures.
Page 17 | Rule 7.20 - Requests for Visiting Judge
Counsel should bring any new matters arising after the pre-trial conference to the Trial Court’s attention as soon as they are discovered.
If any new matters arise after the pre-trial conference, they should be brought to the Trial Court’s attention as soon as they are discovered.
Page 19 | Rule 5.25 - Management of the Trial, A. Pre-Trial Matters
An attorney with overlapping trial settings must immediately notify the courts upon learning of the conflict.
When an attorney has two or more cases on trial dockets for trial at the same time, it is the duty of the attorney to immediately bring the matter to the attention of the Courts upon learning of the conflicting
Page 24 | Rule 9.20 - Conflict in Trial Settings