Judge Darlene K. Childress

Applies to

Objection to motion to retain

An objection to a motion to retain must be written and state the basis for the objection.

Applies to

Transfer order

The judge requesting a bench exchange must initiate a transfer order, which must be signed by both judges before any case is adjudicated.

Applies to

Civil jury trial request

For a small claim or debt claim, a party requesting a civil jury trial must file a written request with the court no later than the 14th day before trial.

For a small claim or debt claim, a civil jury trial request must be filed no later than the 14th day before trial.

A party may file a written jury demand in an eviction case by requesting it at least three days before trial.

Applies to

Exceptions motions and pleas

In non-jury cases, exceptions, motions, and pleas must be filed three days before the scheduled trial.

Contact

Phone

Phone

903-657-0353

Questions about jury impaneling or jury service may be directed to the jury office at 903-657-0353.

A party or attorney may appear by telephone if the judge allows it, but a party must request the arrangement in writing in advance.

Contact

Phone

The judge will not initiate a conference call, and the requesting party must arrange the call with the telephone operators.

Continuances are decided on the merits of each case, and applicable notice and pleading requirements must be followed.

Attorneys or defendants may reset a case no later than the day before its current setting, subject to court rules.

Pretrial hearings remain set for their scheduled day unless the court grants a written State or Defense motion for continuance.