Harris County, TX
All 267 county-scoped rules
Every published instrument scoped to Harris County, newest effective date first. 3 region-wide and 1,248 statewide instruments also apply here — search all three layers together. Procedural information only; not legal advice.
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Order Prohibiting Electronic and Media Recordings and Equipment — 165th District Court (August 6, 2026)
Order Prohibiting Electronic and Media Recordings and Equipment — 165th District Court (August 6, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Court Procedures — 215th District Court (August 4, 2026)
Court Procedures — 215th District Court (August 4, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Standing Order Related to Motions for Summary Judgment — 215th District Court (August 4, 2026)
Standing Order Related to Motions for Summary Judgment — 215th District Court (August 4, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
165th District Court Procedures (July 24, 2026)
165th District Court Procedures (July 24, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
11th District Court Procedures (June 16, 2026)
11th District Court Procedures (June 16, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Standing Order in Limine — 80th District Court (May 28, 2026)
Standing Order in Limine — 80th District Court (May 28, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
333rd Court Procedures (May 8, 2026)
333rd Court Procedures (May 8, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Notice to Attorneys Handling Felony Indigent Defense Appointments — voucher grace periods for cases disposed through December 31, 2025 (effective May 6, 2026)
Notice to Attorneys Handling Felony Indigent Defense Appointments — voucher grace periods for cases disposed through December 31, 2025 (effective May 6, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Second Amended Standing Docket Control Order on Filing Summary Judgment Motions — 80th District Court (May 6, 2026)
Second Amended Standing Docket Control Order on Filing Summary Judgment Motions — 80th District Court (May 6, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Standing Docket Control Order on Filing Summary Judgment Motions — 61st District Court (March 25, 2026)
Standing Docket Control Order on Filing Summary Judgment Motions — 61st District Court (March 25, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Court Clerk Procedures for All Courts (H0144, rev. March 19, 2026) — Harris County Civil Courts at Law
Court Clerk Procedures for All Courts (H0144, rev. March 19, 2026) — Harris County Civil Courts at Law — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Second Amended Standing Docket Control Order on Filing Summary Judgment Motions — 165th District Court (March 17, 2026)
Second Amended Standing Docket Control Order on Filing Summary Judgment Motions — 165th District Court (March 17, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Second Amended Standing Docket Control Order on Filing Summary Judgment Motions — 190th District Court (March 17, 2026)
Second Amended Standing Docket Control Order on Filing Summary Judgment Motions — 190th District Court (March 17, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Court Procedures — 80th District Court (updated March 13, 2026)
Court Procedures — 80th District Court (updated March 13, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Trial Procedures — 80th District Court (updated March 13, 2026)
Trial Procedures — 80th District Court (updated March 13, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Attorney Practice Guide: Motions for Summary Judgment — Probate Court No. 1 (amended TRCP 166a, effective March 1, 2026)
Attorney Practice Guide: Motions for Summary Judgment — Probate Court No. 1 (amended TRCP 166a, effective March 1, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Attorney Practice Guide: Motions for Summary Judgment — Probate Court No. 4 (amended TRCP 166a, effective March 1, 2026)
Attorney Practice Guide: Motions for Summary Judgment — Probate Court No. 4 (amended TRCP 166a, effective March 1, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Fair Defense Act Standards and Procedures — Appointment of Counsel for Indigent Defendants, Harris County District Courts Trying Criminal Cases (as amended February 4, 2026)
Fair Defense Act Standards and Procedures — Appointment of Counsel for Indigent Defendants, Harris County District Courts Trying Criminal Cases (as amended… — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
2026 Tax Docket Information — 215th District Court (revised May 4, 2026)
2026 Tax Docket Information — 215th District Court (revised May 4, 2026) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Media Policy — 487th District Court (September 18, 2025)
Media Policy — 487th District Court (September 18, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — Responsive Interventions for Change (RIC) Docket (June 2, 2025)
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — Responsive Interventions for Change (RIC) Docket (June 2, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 495th District Court (signed May 8, 2025)
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 495th District Court (signed May 8, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 338th District Court (signed May 6, 2025)
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 338th District Court (signed May 6, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 177th District Court (signed May 5, 2025)
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 177th District Court (signed May 5, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 183rd District Court (signed May 5, 2025)
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 183rd District Court (signed May 5, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 228th District Court (signed May 5, 2025)
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 228th District Court (signed May 5, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 487th District Court (signed May 5, 2025)
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 487th District Court (signed May 5, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 497th District Court (signed May 5, 2025)
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 497th District Court (signed May 5, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Standards for Court Approval of Attorney Fee Applications — Harris County Probate Courts (revision effective March 3, 2025)
Standards for Court Approval of Attorney Fee Applications — Harris County Probate Courts (revision effective March 3, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Standing Order in Limine — 190th District Court (February 28, 2025)
Standing Order in Limine — 190th District Court (February 28, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Inclement Weather Notice — Harris County Juvenile District Courts (January 17, 2025)
Inclement Weather Notice — Harris County Juvenile District Courts (January 17, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Inclement Weather Notice — Harris County Family District Courts (January 15, 2025)
Inclement Weather Notice — Harris County Family District Courts (January 15, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Order Regarding Recording Video Hearings & Trials — Harris County Civil Courts at Law (signed January 13, 2025)
Order Regarding Recording Video Hearings & Trials — Harris County Civil Courts at Law (signed January 13, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Order Prohibiting Electronic Recordings — 61st District Court (January 8, 2025)
Order Prohibiting Electronic Recordings — 61st District Court (January 8, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Joint Policies of the 246th and 247th District Courts (v4, January 1, 2025)
Joint Policies of the 246th and 247th District Courts (v4, January 1, 2025) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Language Access Plan — Harris County District Courts & County Courts at Law (approved December 18, 2024)
Language Access Plan — Harris County District Courts & County Courts at Law (approved December 18, 2024) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Standing Order on Trial Exhibits — 313th District Court (October 29, 2024)
Standing Order on Trial Exhibits — 313th District Court (October 29, 2024) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Tax Protocol Supplementary Guidelines — Tax Master Maureen Garrett (effective August 2024; revised 2024)
Tax Protocol Supplementary Guidelines — Tax Master Maureen Garrett (effective August 2024; revised 2024) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Updated Tax Docket Schedule — Tax Master Maureen Garrett (effective August 2024; revised November 2024)
Updated Tax Docket Schedule — Tax Master Maureen Garrett (effective August 2024; revised November 2024) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Harris County District Judges Rules of Administration (adopted by the Board of Judges June 11, 2024)
Harris County District Judges Rules of Administration (adopted by the Board of Judges June 11, 2024) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Supplemental Tax Court Policy Concerning Application for Disbursement of Excess Proceeds (updated February 19, 2024)
Supplemental Tax Court Policy Concerning Application for Disbursement of Excess Proceeds (updated February 19, 2024) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Tax Protocol Supplementary Guidelines — Tax Master Kevin Murray, McCally Tax Docket (effective January 20, 2024)
Tax Protocol Supplementary Guidelines — Tax Master Kevin Murray, McCally Tax Docket (effective January 20, 2024) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Inclement Weather Closure Policy — Harris County Felony District Courts (January 14, 2024)
Inclement Weather Closure Policy — Harris County Felony District Courts (January 14, 2024) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Amended Appearance Policy & Rules of Court — County Criminal Court at Law No. 9 (effective January 1, 2024)
Amended Appearance Policy & Rules of Court — County Criminal Court at Law No. 9 (effective January 1, 2024) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Updated Court Policies — 309th District Court (effective January 2024; posted May 2024)
Updated Court Policies — 309th District Court (effective January 2024; posted May 2024) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 488th District Court (signed November 27, 2023)
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 488th District Court (signed November 27, 2023) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 486th District Court (signed November 20, 2023)
Fair Defense Act Appointment Procedures — 486th District Court (signed November 20, 2023) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Procedures Regarding Exhibits for All Trials and Hearings — 311th District Court (October 23, 2023)
Procedures Regarding Exhibits for All Trials and Hearings — 311th District Court (October 23, 2023) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Direct Filing Order, Section 3 (Criminal Cases) as amended — Harris County District Courts Trying Criminal Cases (ordered September 14, 2023; effective October 1, 2023)
Direct Filing Order, Section 3 (Criminal Cases) as amended — Harris County District Courts Trying Criminal Cases (ordered September 14, 2023; effective October… — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.
Court Policies — 263rd District Court (July 1, 2023)
Court Policies — 263rd District Court (July 1, 2023) — posted on the court's own website — the court-procedure tier (standing procedures, policies, and preferences the court itself publishes), distinct from the TOPICs-registered local-rules tier (TRCP 3a registration applies to local rules). Operative requirements quoted verbatim; the posted document is the controlling text.