13th District Court (Navarro County) Administrative Order Regarding Photography, Video Recordings, and Audio Recordings (March 7, 2023) — TOPICs reg. doc 1274.
An administrative order of the 13th District Court of Navarro County prohibiting film, digital, or other visual recording and all audio recording of court proceedings without the prior permission of the presiding judge, with the official court reporter exempt.
Navarro County 13th District Court Standing Order (Criminal) — Limine Order — TOPICs reg. doc 1599.
A standing limine order of the 13th District Court of Navarro County in criminal cases directing the State not to allude to, refer to, or bring certain matters before the jury without first obtaining a ruling outside the jury's presence.
Navarro County 13th District Court Standing Order (Criminal) — Review of Bail Decision under Article 17.029 (October 6, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2628.
A standing order of the 13th District Court of Navarro County implementing Article 17.029 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, requiring the District Clerk to transmit requests for review of a bail decision to the court coordinator and the court to conduct the review within 24 hours or the next business day.
Navarro County 13th District Court & County Court at Law Standing Order Regarding Children, Property and the Conduct of the Parties (effective March 9, 2023) — TOPICs reg. doc 1275.
A standing order of the 13th District Court and the Navarro County Court at Law that applies automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit filed in Navarro County (except AG or CPS cases), protecting the children and the parties' property and governing the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
Navarro County Joint Administrative Order (Juvenile) — Remote Detention Hearings Procedures (Tex. Fam. Code sec. 54.012) — TOPICs reg. doc 2143.
A joint order of the 13th District Court and the Navarro County Court at Law adopted under Texas Family Code section 54.012 to conduct juvenile detention hearings as remote proceedings, governing remote participation, cross-examination, camera and confrontation requirements, and physical evidence.
Navarro County Joint Administrative Order Regarding Requests for Court-Appointed Attorneys (February 2026) — TOPICs reg. doc 2841.
A joint order of the 13th District Court and the Navarro County Court at Law directing that all requests for court-appointed attorneys (including from magistrates, the jail, juvenile and CPS matters, and the indigent-defense coordinator) be sent directly to the courts via their court coordinators.
207th, 433rd and 466th District Court Zoom Hearing Orders and Procedures in Civil Cases (Comal County; filed April 24, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 1886.
The Comal County 207th, 433rd and 466th District Courts' orders and procedures for conducting civil hearings by Zoom on a limited basis, governing days and hours, hearing length, the duty to confer, and scheduling.
220th District Court of Hamilton County Standing Orders in Family Law Cases (filed August 23, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 2433.
The standing order in family law cases of the 220th District Court of Hamilton County, entered in all family law cases until a final hearing, enjoining the parties in dissolution-of-marriage proceedings from a list of acts concerning communication, harassment, and the property and records of the parties.
220th District Court Standing Order Regarding Public Access to DFPS Court Records for Bosque, Comanche, and Hamilton Counties (May 30, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 1952.
A standing order of the 220th Judicial District Court (Bosque, Comanche and Hamilton Counties) restricting public access to the pleadings, orders and documents filed in suits brought by the Department of Family and Protective Services under Chapters 261, 262 and 264 of the Texas Family Code.
220th District Court Standing Order Regarding Public Access to DFPS Court Records for Bosque, Comanche, and Hamilton Counties (May 30, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 1954.
A standing order of the 220th Judicial District Court (Bosque, Comanche and Hamilton Counties) restricting public access to the pleadings, orders and documents filed in suits brought by the Department of Family and Protective Services under Chapters 261, 262 and 264 of the Texas Family Code.
25th and 2nd 25th Judicial District Local Rules (Colorado, Gonzales, and Lavaca Counties; updated May 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 2012.
The shared local rules of the 25th and 2nd 25th Judicial District Courts serving Colorado, Gonzales and Lavaca Counties, governing the central criminal jury docket, civil jury dockets, case distribution, the local administrative judge, and court calendars (updated May 2024).
25th and 2nd 25th Judicial District Local Rules (Colorado, Gonzales, and Lavaca Counties; updated May 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 2004.
The shared local rules of the 25th and 2nd 25th Judicial District Courts serving Colorado, Gonzales and Lavaca Counties, governing the central criminal jury docket, civil jury dockets, case distribution, the local administrative judge, and court calendars (updated May 2024).
25th and 2nd 25th Judicial District Local Rules (Guadalupe County; edition of February 25, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2302.
The current local rules of the District Courts serving Guadalupe County (the 25th and 2nd 25th Judicial Districts), governing the central criminal jury docket, civil jury dockets, case distribution, the local administrative judge and court calendars (edition of February 25, 2025), superseding the prior editions.
274th District Court Standing Order Regarding Delinquent Tax Collection Cases (signed November 4, 2022) — TOPICs reg. doc 177.
A standing order of the 274th Judicial District Court (which serves Comal, Hays and Caldwell Counties) exempting delinquent-tax collection cases filed under Chapters 31-34 of the Texas Property Tax Code from the mandatory initial-disclosure requirements of Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 194.
33rd & 424th Judicial District and Burnet CCL Standing Order Regarding Motions for Summary Judgment (House Bill 16; Rule 166a TRCP) — TOPICs reg. doc 2960.
A standing order of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts and the Burnet County Court at Law (pursuant to House Bill 16 and Rule 166a, Texas Rules of Civil Procedure) governing the filing, submission, hearing and disposition of motions for summary judgment, including hearing-scheduling windows and oral-argument requirements.
33rd & 424th Judicial District and Burnet CCL Standing Order Regarding Motions for Summary Judgment (House Bill 16; Rule 166a TRCP) — TOPICs reg. doc 2961.
A standing order of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts and the Burnet County Court at Law (pursuant to House Bill 16 and Rule 166a, Texas Rules of Civil Procedure) governing the filing, submission, hearing and disposition of motions for summary judgment, including hearing-scheduling windows and oral-argument requirements.
33rd & 424th Judicial District and Burnet CCL Standing Order Regarding Motions for Summary Judgment (House Bill 16; Rule 166a TRCP) — TOPICs reg. doc 2962.
A standing order of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts and the Burnet County Court at Law (pursuant to House Bill 16 and Rule 166a, Texas Rules of Civil Procedure) governing the filing, submission, hearing and disposition of motions for summary judgment, including hearing-scheduling windows and oral-argument requirements.
33rd & 424th Judicial District and Burnet CCL Standing Order Regarding Motions for Summary Judgment (House Bill 16; Rule 166a TRCP) — TOPICs reg. doc 2963.
A standing order of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts and the Burnet County Court at Law (pursuant to House Bill 16 and Rule 166a, Texas Rules of Civil Procedure) governing the filing, submission, hearing and disposition of motions for summary judgment, including hearing-scheduling windows and oral-argument requirements.
33rd & 424th Judicial District Standing Order Regarding Property and Conduct of Parties in Divorce and SAPCR (amended effective October 22, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2661.
A standing order of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts (and Burnet County Court at Law) serving Blanco, Burnet, Llano and San Saba Counties, applying automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit (except DFPS petitions) to protect the children and property and govern the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
33rd & 424th Judicial District Standing Order Regarding Property and Conduct of Parties in Divorce and SAPCR (amended effective October 22, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2662.
A standing order of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts (and Burnet County Court at Law) serving Blanco, Burnet, Llano and San Saba Counties, applying automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit (except DFPS petitions) to protect the children and property and govern the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
33rd & 424th Judicial District Standing Order Regarding Property and Conduct of Parties in Divorce and SAPCR (amended effective October 22, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2672.
A standing order of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts (and Burnet County Court at Law) serving Blanco, Burnet, Llano and San Saba Counties, applying automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit (except DFPS petitions) to protect the children and property and govern the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
33rd & 424th Judicial District Standing Order Regarding Property and Conduct of Parties in Divorce and SAPCR (amended effective October 22, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2660.
A standing order of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts (and Burnet County Court at Law) serving Blanco, Burnet, Llano and San Saba Counties, applying automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit (except DFPS petitions) to protect the children and property and govern the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
33rd and 424th Judicial District Standing Discovery Order for Criminal Cases (drafted 2015) — TOPICs reg. doc 1244.
A standing discovery order of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts (Blanco, Burnet, Llano, San Saba) governing the State's production of discovery in criminal cases where the defendant is represented by counsel, supplementing the prosecutor's open-file policy.
33rd and 424th Judicial District Standing Discovery Order for Criminal Cases (drafted 2015) — TOPICs reg. doc 1246.
A standing discovery order of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts (Blanco, Burnet, Llano, San Saba) governing the State's production of discovery in criminal cases where the defendant is represented by counsel, supplementing the prosecutor's open-file policy.
33rd and 424th Judicial District Standing Discovery Order for Criminal Cases (drafted 2015) — TOPICs reg. doc 1254.
A standing discovery order of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts (Blanco, Burnet, Llano, San Saba) governing the State's production of discovery in criminal cases where the defendant is represented by counsel, supplementing the prosecutor's open-file policy.
33rd and 424th Judicial District Standing Discovery Order for Criminal Cases (drafted 2015) — TOPICs reg. doc 1252.
A standing discovery order of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts (Blanco, Burnet, Llano, San Saba) governing the State's production of discovery in criminal cases where the defendant is represented by counsel, supplementing the prosecutor's open-file policy.
456th District Court Remote Detention Hearing Procedures Plan (Guadalupe County; Tex. Fam. Code sec. 54.012) — TOPICs reg. docs 1709 and 1710.
The plan adopted under Texas Family Code section 54.012 by the 456th District Court of Guadalupe County (Judge Heather Hines Wright) to conduct juvenile detention hearings as remote proceedings, governing remote participation, cross-examination, camera and confrontation requirements, and the presentation of physical evidence.
Second Amended Standing Order on Method of Hearings and Requests for Settings in Cases Filed by DFPS (474th District Court / Centex Child Protection Court North; effective August 12, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2520.
A standing order of the Centex Child Protection Court North and the 474th Judicial District Court establishing that DFPS-case proceedings are conducted in person (effective August 12, 2025) with enumerated categories of individual remote Zoom appearances allowed with or without prior approval.
474th District Court Discovery Control Plan Order for CPS Cases (McLennan County) — TOPICs reg. doc 1250.
A standing discovery control plan of the 474th Judicial District Court restricting the methods of discovery in Child Protective Services cases (suits by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services), tailored under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 190/192.
Addendum to the Local Rule for the 82nd Judicial District — Robertson County (effective June 1, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2402.
A Robertson County addendum to the 82nd Judicial District local rules establishing criminal case-management procedures to meet the Legislature’s 90% disposition mandate, governing trial order, mandatory pretrial conferences, continuances, and discovery.
Amended Hays County Standing Order Regarding Children, Property and Conduct of the Parties — TOPICs reg. doc 167.
The Hays County District Courts' amended standing order that applies automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit filed in Hays County, protecting the children and the parties' property and governing the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
Amended Standing Order to Release Arrestees After the District/County Attorney's Office Rejects Charges (Travis County) — TOPICs reg. docs 509 and 510.
An amended standing order of the Travis County District Courts and County Courts at Law directing the release of arrestees after the District Attorney's or County Attorney's Office declines to accept (rejects) the charges, in the interest of justice.
Amendment to the Rules of Procedure and Practice in the 82nd District Court (Falls and Robertson Counties; filed August 21, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 2042.
An amendment to the 82nd Judicial District Court's local rules (Falls and Robertson Counties) adding Section VII prohibiting the use of artificial intelligence without prior court order, Section VIII limiting the use of Zoom (no trial by Zoom; witnesses at motion hearings only with approval), and Section IX permitting phone appearances in DFPS cases as an exception.
Amendment to the Rules of Procedure and Practice in the 82nd District Court (Falls and Robertson Counties; filed August 21, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 2043.
An amendment to the 82nd Judicial District Court's local rules (Falls and Robertson Counties) adding Section VII prohibiting the use of artificial intelligence without prior court order, Section VIII limiting the use of Zoom (no trial by Zoom; witnesses at motion hearings only with approval), and Section IX permitting phone appearances in DFPS cases as an exception.
Bell County District Court Local Rules (Supreme Court of Texas Misc. Docket No. 14-9; approved November 2014) — TOPICs reg. doc 1286.
The local rules of the District Courts of Bell County, approved by the Supreme Court of Texas (Misc. Docket No. 14-9) under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 3a, governing conduct and courtroom decorum, attorney appearance and attire, withdrawal of counsel, and mandatory alternative dispute resolution in civil cases.
Bell County Standing Discovery Order for Criminal Cases (signed March 21, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 1854.
A standing discovery order of the Bell County District Courts implementing the State's production obligations in criminal cases (Tex. Code Crim. Proc. art. 39.14 / Michael Morton Act), requiring the State to produce police reports, defendant statements, warrants, expert and business/medical records, and exculpatory material by the first pretrial setting or four weeks.
Standing Order for Rules and Procedures for Child Protective Services Cases in Bell County (filed May 29, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2412.
The Bell County District Courts' standing order of rules and procedures for suits brought by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services under Subtitle E of the Family Code, referring CPS cases to the Centex Child Protection Courts and governing hearings, emergency removal orders, notice, and removal following placement.
Bell County Standing Order Regarding Audio and Video (effective June 1, 2014) — TOPICs reg. doc 1287.
A Bell County District Court standing order prohibiting unauthorized audio or video recording of court proceedings, binding on parties, their agents and attorneys, the media, and the public, and reserving official recording to the court reporter.
Bell County Standing Order Regarding Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 17.027 (signed July 9, 2026) — TOPICs reg. doc 3031.
A standing order of the Bell County District Courts (27th, 264th, 426th and 478th Judicial Districts) designating, under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure article 17.027, that Bell County District Judges, District Court Associate Judges, and County Court at Law Judges may set bail for a defendant charged with a felony committed while on bail for another felony in the same county.
Bell County Standing Order Regarding the Confidentiality of CPS Court Records (adopted January 24, 2017) — TOPICs reg. doc 2413.
A Bell County District Court standing order providing that court files in which the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services is the petitioner are confidential, releasable only to the parties, their attorneys, and those authorized by court order, under Texas Family Code section 261.201.
Bosque County Court at Law Order of Appointment and Rules Governing the Procedure for Making a Record by Electronic Recording — TOPICs reg. doc 2587.
An order of the Bosque County Court at Law appointing court recorders and governing the procedure for making a record of civil and criminal proceedings by electronic audio or audio-visual recording, including the recorders' duties, logs, storage, and preparation of the appellate record.
Burnet County Justice of the Peace Courts Local Rules of Procedure and Rules of Decorum (effective January 1, 2023) — TOPICs reg. doc 1078.
The local rules of procedure and rules of decorum for the Justice of the Peace Courts of Burnet County (effective January 1, 2023), governing civil and criminal justice-court practice, filing, settings, jury selection, transfers, and administrative jurisdiction (driver-license and tow hearings).
Caldwell County Justice of the Peace Courts Local Rules of Procedure and Rules of Decorum (amended January 4, 2023) — TOPICs reg. doc 1064.
The local rules of procedure and rules of decorum for the Justice of the Peace Courts of Caldwell County (effective January 1, 2012, amended January 4, 2023), governing procedure and courtroom decorum in the county’s justice courts.
Caldwell County Remote Detention Hearing Procedures for Juvenile Detention Hearings (Tex. Fam. Code sec. 54.012) — TOPICs reg. doc 1994.
The plan adopted under Texas Family Code section 54.012 by the County Court at Law sitting as a Juvenile Court of Caldwell County to conduct juvenile detention hearings as remote proceedings, governing remote participation, cross-examination, camera and confrontation requirements, and the presentation of physical evidence.
Caldwell County Standing Order Regarding Children, Property, and Conduct of the Parties — TOPICs reg. doc 2394.
The Comal and Caldwell County District Courts and County Courts at Law standing order that applies automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit filed in Caldwell County, protecting the children and the parties' property and governing the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
Colorado County Remote Detention Hearing Procedures for Juvenile Detention Hearings (Tex. Fam. Code sec. 54.012) — TOPICs reg. doc 1527.
The plan adopted under Texas Family Code section 54.012 by the Colorado County Court sitting as a Juvenile Court to conduct juvenile detention hearings as remote proceedings, governing remote participation, cross-examination, camera and confrontation requirements, and the presentation of physical evidence.
Colorado County Standing Order Regarding Children, Property, and Conduct of the Parties — TOPICs reg. doc 2013.
The District and County Courts of Colorado County standing order that applies automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit filed in Colorado County, protecting the children and the parties' property and governing the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
Comal and Caldwell County Standing Order Regarding Children, Property and Conduct of the Parties — TOPICs reg. doc 2392.
A standing order of the Comal and Caldwell County District Courts and County Courts at Law that applies automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit filed in Comal County, protecting the children and property and governing the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
Comal County Standing Order on Preparation of Judgments (effective February 28, 2018) — TOPICs reg. doc 173.
A standing order of the Comal County District Courts requiring final judgments to be presented to the Court at the time of sentencing in criminal cases, prepared by the Criminal District Attorney's Office.
Comal County Juvenile Court Remote Detention Hearing Procedures (Tex. Fam. Code sec. 54.012) — TOPICs reg. docs 1681 and 1735.
The plan adopted under Texas Family Code section 54.012 by the County Court at Law No. 2 of Comal County, sitting as the Juvenile Court, to conduct juvenile detention hearings as remote proceedings, governing remote participation, cross-examination, camera and confrontation requirements, and the presentation of physical evidence.
Comanche County Court Plan for Remotely-Conducted Juvenile Detention Hearings (Tex. Fam. Code sec. 54.012; 2023) — TOPICs reg. doc 1652.
The Comanche County Court, sitting as Juvenile Court, adopts under Texas Family Code section 54.012 a plan for remotely-conducted juvenile detention hearings by Zoom, governing when participants may appear remotely, witness identification, and the exchange and presentation of exhibits.
Coryell County Administrative Standing Order Regarding Filing and Assignment of Civil Cases (effective January 3, 2017) — TOPICs reg. doc 1520.
An administrative standing order of the District Courts and County Court at Law of Coryell County governing where civil cases are filed (District vs. County Clerk) by jurisdiction and how they are randomly assigned and distributed among the courts, with specific channels for tax, inmate, juvenile, DFPS, and Title IV-D cases.
Coryell County Standing Order on Local Rules of Practice of the District & County Court at Law Courts — TOPICs reg. doc 1521.
The standing order on local rules of practice of the District Courts and County Court at Law of Coryell County, governing the local administrative judge, terms and hours of court, courtroom decorum and attorney conduct, and the general administration of civil practice.
Coryell County District Courts Administrative Standing Order — Assignment of Courts and Division of Criminal Cases (effective April 18, 2018) — TOPICs reg. doc 1518.
An administrative standing order of the District Courts of Coryell County (52nd and 440th Judicial Districts) governing grand-jury impanelment and the random assignment and division of criminal cases between the two district courts by the defendant's SID number.
Coryell County Standing Order Regarding Property and Conduct of Parties in Divorce and SAPCR (filed January 2017) — TOPICs reg. doc 1519.
A standing order of the District Courts and County Court at Law of Coryell County that applies automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit (except DFPS petitions), protecting the children and the parties' property and governing the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
County Courts at Law Criminal Cases Pending Transfer Procedure — Transfer Procedure CC1 and CC2 (Travis County) — TOPICs reg. doc 513.
A procedure adopted by the Travis County Courts at Law judges for transferring pending criminal cases from County Courts at Law No. 1 and No. 2 (which primarily handle civil cases) to the County Courts at Law that handle criminal matters, by reassignment in rotation.
County Courts at Law Order to Indefinitely Suspend the Execution of Warrants for Certain Old Travis County Cases — TOPICs reg. doc 505.
An order of the Travis County Courts at Law criminal judges to indefinitely suspend the execution of active arrest warrants for certain very old misdemeanor cases so that no one is arrested on those aged cases.
Falls County Remote Detention Hearing Procedures for Juvenile Detention Hearings (Tex. Fam. Code sec. 54.012) — TOPICs reg. doc 1738.
The plan adopted under Texas Family Code section 54.012 by the 20th/82nd Judicial District Juvenile Probation Department, the 82nd District Court, the Falls County Court, and the Justice of the Peace Courts to conduct juvenile detention hearings as remote proceedings, governing remote participation, cross-examination, camera and confrontation requirements, and the presentation of physical evidence.
Fayette County Constitutional Court Local Rules — TOPICs reg. doc 488.
The local rules of the Fayette County Constitutional Court (County Court), adopted by the County Judge under Texas Government Code section 21.001, governing construction, appropriate dress and behavior, and the conduct of the Court’s business under Chapter 26 of the Government Code.
Fayette County Remote Detention Hearing Procedures for Juvenile Detention Hearings (Tex. Fam. Code sec. 54.012) — TOPICs reg. doc 1717.
The plan adopted under Texas Family Code section 54.012 by the 155th Judicial District Court of Fayette County and the County Court of Fayette County to conduct juvenile detention hearings as remote proceedings, governing remote participation, cross-examination, camera and confrontation requirements, and the presentation of physical evidence.
Gonzales County Court Local Rules of Practice — TOPICs reg. doc 1406.
The local rules of practice of the County Court and Constitutional County Court of Gonzales County, aimed at sensible docket management, and governing conduct and courtroom decorum for attorneys appearing before the Court.
Guadalupe County Court Blanket Order Authorizing Release of Mental Health Court Records (Tex. Health & Safety Code sec. 571.015; NICS/NIAA) — TOPICs reg. doc 2560.
A blanket order of the Guadalupe County Court authorizing the release of mental-health court records under section 571.015 of the Texas Health and Safety Code to comply with the federal NICS Improvement Amendments Act, so that qualifying records are reported to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System.
Guadalupe County Courts at Law Administrative Order Requiring the Guardianship Bill of Rights to be Attached to the Personal Citation on the Proposed Ward (Estates Code sec. 1151.351) — TOPICs reg. doc 2561.
An administrative order of the Guadalupe County Courts at Law (sitting in probate) requiring the 'Bill of Rights for Persons under Guardianship' (Texas Estates Code section 1151.351) to be attached to the personal citation served on the proposed ward in every application to appoint a guardian.
Guadalupe County District Courts Standing Orders Regarding Motions for Summary Judgment (TRCP 166a notification; signed March 13, 2026) — TOPICs reg. docs 2935, 2936 and 2937.
Standing orders of the Guadalupe County District Courts (the 25th, 2nd 25th and 456th Judicial Districts) implementing the March 1, 2026 amendment to Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 166a by requiring the District Clerk to promptly notify the Court Administrator of summary-judgment and other dispositive-motion filings.
Guadalupe County Administrative Order No. 2019-1 Requiring Use of the Court's Approved Form for Small Estate Affidavits (Estates Code ch. 205) — TOPICs reg. doc 2557.
An administrative order (No. 2019-1) of the Guadalupe County Probate Court requiring that Small Estate Affidavits filed under Chapter 205 of the Texas Estates Code use the Court's approved form posted on the Court's website.
Guadalupe County Probate Court Order Requiring Citation by Posting of All Small Estate Affidavits — TOPICs reg. doc 2558.
An order of the Guadalupe County Probate Court requiring citation by posting for Small Estate Affidavits authorized under the Texas Estates Code before the Court will act on them.
Order of the Guadalupe County Statutory County Courts at Law Judges Finding Areas Essential to Operations of Their Courts — TOPICs reg. doc 2559.
An order of the Guadalupe County Statutory County Courts at Law judges finding the areas essential to the operations of their courts (courtrooms, chambers, jury rooms, clerks' and reporters' offices, consultation rooms, and access areas), the predicate for restricting weapons and access in those areas.
Hays County Court at Law No. 1 Standing Order Requiring Information and Scheduling Deadlines in All Civil Cases — TOPICs reg. doc 2783.
A standing order of the Hays County Court at Law No. 1 requiring information and scheduling deadlines in all civil cases (with enumerated exceptions), under the court's inherent authority to control its docket.
Hays County Courts at Law Administrative Order Clarifying Issuance of Renewed Letters of Guardianship (Estates Code secs. 1106.002-.003) — TOPICs reg. doc 2776.
An administrative order of the Hays County Courts at Law clarifying the issuance of renewed Letters of Guardianship under Texas Estates Code sections 1106.002-.003 and reducing unnecessary expense by clarifying that annual certified copies of the original order need not automatically issue.
Hays County Courts at Law Administrative Order Regarding Remote Proceedings, Mandatory Document Filing Requirements, and Prohibition of Unauthorized Recording (O-12-006; filed August 27, 2026) — TOPICs reg. doc 3104.
An administrative order of the Hays County Courts at Law governing remote and hybrid proceedings, mandatory document-filing requirements, and prohibiting the unauthorized recording of proceedings (including by third-party AI note-takers and transcription bots), superseding a prior order.
Hays County Courts at Law Administrative Order Regarding Sealing of Nondisclosure Proceedings (Tex. Gov't Code ch. 411) — TOPICs reg. doc 2778.
An administrative order of the Hays County Courts at Law requiring the sealing of civil nondisclosure case files upon the granting of a nondisclosure petition, so that the existence of the sealed criminal case is not revealed, under Chapter 411 of the Texas Government Code.
Hays County Courts at Law Administrative Order Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Court Filings (O-12-005; filed August 25, 2026) — TOPICs reg. doc 3100.
An administrative order of the Hays County Courts at Law (probate and guardianship) requiring a prominent AI Disclosure Statement in any filing drafted with the aid of generative artificial intelligence and imposing a non-delegable duty of human verification.
Hays County Courts at Law Administrative Order Requiring Separate Electronic Filing Envelopes for All Proposed Orders in Probate and Guardianship Matters (O-04-007 / O-05-004; filed August 27, 2026) — TOPICs reg. doc 3102.
An administrative order of the Hays County Courts at Law requiring that every proposed order in probate and guardianship matters be filed as a stand-alone document in a separate electronic filing envelope, not combined with the underlying pleading.
Hays County Courts at Law Administrative Order Requiring Use of Pattern Jury Charges in Criminal Cases (effective August 13, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2505.
An administrative order of the Hays County Courts at Law requiring the parties to use the Texas Criminal Pattern Jury Charges as the starting point for drafting the proposed jury charge, with modifications supported by binding authority and charges submitted by the last day of trial.
Hays County Courts at Law Administrative Standing Order on the Release of Protected Health Information — TOPICs reg. doc 2632.
An administrative standing order of the Hays County Courts at Law governing the release of protected health information in the courts' proceedings, authorizing disclosure to the Court and counsel in response to a court order consistent with HIPAA and the Texas Health and Safety Code.
Hays County General Standing Order in Eviction Appeals (effective June 18, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2432.
A general standing order of the Hays County Courts at Law in eviction appeals governing notice and the pre-marking and exchange of exhibits, requiring at least three days' notice of the hearing, appearance fifteen minutes early to pre-mark exhibits, and exchange of exhibit copies.
Hays County Courts at Law Standing Order Establishing the General Authority and Scope of the Guardianship Staff Attorney as Court Visitor (Estates Code chs. 1054, 1102) — TOPICs reg. docs 2472 and 2779.
A standing order of the Hays County Courts at Law establishing the authority and scope of the Guardianship Staff Attorney to serve as Court Visitor in guardianship cases under Chapters 1054 and 1102 of the Texas Estates Code, conducting visits and reviews and reporting to the Courts as a neutral extension of the Court.
Hays County Courts at Law Standing Order for All Civil Cases (filed January 27, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 2843.
A standing order of the Hays County Courts at Law applying in all civil cases, governing the preparedness of counsel, motions to withdraw or substitute, the form of proposed orders, and the numbering and pagination of documents.
Hays County Courts at Law Standing Order Regarding Accessibility of Mental Health Records for Parties to Criminal Cases (Health & Safety Code chs. 595, 611; HIPAA) — TOPICs reg. docs 2633 and 2780.
A standing order of the Hays County Courts at Law authorizing, in criminal cases, the disclosure of a party's mental-health records to counsel for the State and Defense under Chapters 595 and 611 of the Health and Safety Code and HIPAA (45 CFR 164.512(e)).
Hays County Courts at Law Standing Order Regarding Docket Control Order for Probate & Guardianship Cases — TOPICs reg. docs 2518 and 2781.
A standing docket control order of the Hays County Courts at Law governing the scheduling and deadlines in probate and guardianship cases, to ensure efficient management and disposition and safeguard the rights of parties, heirs, wards and proposed wards.
Hays County Courts at Law Standing Order Regarding Scheduling of Pretrial Hearings for Defendants — TOPICs reg. doc 2844.
A standing order of the Hays County Courts at Law governing the scheduling of pretrial hearings for defendants in criminal cases, to ensure the orderly and timely progression of cases toward resolution.
Hays County Courts at Law Standing Order Regarding Urinalysis Upon the Filing of a Motion to Revoke — TOPICs reg. doc 2842.
A standing order of the Hays County Courts at Law providing for urinalysis of a defendant upon the filing of a motion to revoke community supervision.
Hays County Courts at Law Standing Order Requiring a New and Current Criminal Background Check for Transferred Guardianship — TOPICs reg. docs 2519 and 2782.
A standing order of the Hays County Courts at Law requiring a new and current criminal background check for any proposed guardian in cases involving the transfer of a guardianship into Hays County from another county, regardless of whether one was previously completed.
Hays County District Courts Standing Order Modifying, Requesting or Imposing a Change in Bond or Bond Conditions (TCCP arts. 17.50, 17.51; effective October 11, 2022) — TOPICs reg. doc 171.
A standing order of the Hays County District Courts (22nd, 207th, 274th, 428th, 453rd) implementing Articles 17.50 and 17.51 of the Code of Criminal Procedure for changes in bond or bond conditions involving violent offenses, requiring the sheriff to be notified on a prescribed form and the defendant given written notice of release conditions.
Hays County Juvenile Court Plan for Remotely-Conducted Detention Hearings (Tex. Fam. Code sec. 54.012) — TOPICs reg. docs 2475 and 2845.
The plan adopted under Texas Family Code section 54.012 to conduct juvenile detention hearings in Hays County as remote proceedings, governing remote participation, cross-examination, camera and confrontation requirements, and the presentation of physical evidence.
Hays County Standing Administrative Order Prohibiting Out-of-County Transfer of Defendants in Mental Health Cases (March 20, 2026) — TOPICs reg. doc 2879.
A standing administrative order of the Hays County Court at Law No. 3 prohibiting the out-of-county transfer of defendants with mental illness or intellectual disability (under Art. 16.22 or in the Mental Health Court) absent a case-by-case written order, with a presumption of local housing.
Joint Order Adopting the Travis County Classification and Cash Compensation (Bail) Schedule — TOPICs reg. doc 555.
A joint order of the Travis County District Courts and County Courts at Law adopting the county's classification and cash bail schedule used in setting bail amounts for offenses.
Joint Order Regarding the Firearms and Other Deadly Weapons Policy (Travis County District & County Courts; Tex. Penal Code sec. 46.03) — TOPICs reg. doc 556.
A joint order of the Travis County District Courts and County Courts at Law establishing the firearms and other deadly weapons policy for the courts, consistent with the prohibition on weapons in government courts.
Joint Order Relating to Lesser Personal Bond Fee for Cases with a Bail Amount (Travis County) — TOPICs reg. doc 591.
A joint order of the Travis County District Courts and County Courts at Law relating to a lesser personal bond fee for cases with a bail amount, reducing the personal-bond fee in qualifying cases.
Joint Standing Order Concerning Certain Magistrated Complaints (Travis County District & County Courts) — TOPICs reg. doc 504.
A joint standing order of the District and County Courts of Travis County governing certain felony and misdemeanor criminal complaints in the period between the completion of magistration and the filing of formal charges.
Joint Standing Order Regarding Electronic Monitoring Devices (Travis County District & County Courts) — TOPICs reg. doc 1863.
A joint standing order of the Travis County District Courts and County Courts at Law governing the use of electronic monitoring devices as a condition of bond or release in criminal cases.
Joint Standing Order Related to Disclosure of Communicable Disease (Travis County District & County Courts) — TOPICs reg. doc 596.
A joint standing order of the Travis County District Courts and County Courts at Law relating to the disclosure of a defendant's communicable-disease status to protect court and jail personnel and the parties.
Joint Standing Order Releasing Defendants from Pretrial Services Supervision (Travis County) — TOPICs reg. doc 539.
A joint standing order of the Travis County District Courts and County Courts at Law governing the release of defendants from Pretrial Services supervision in qualifying circumstances.
Lampasas County Court — Submitting Paperwork for Probate Hearings — TOPICs reg. doc 2082.
The Lampasas County Court’s procedures for submitting paperwork for probate prove-up hearings, requiring advance review of documents and governing e-filing of the application, physical filing of the original will, service, and the timing of proposed orders.
Lampasas County Standing Order Regarding Children, Property, and Conduct of the Parties — TOPICs reg. doc 2679.
The Lampasas County District Court standing order that applies automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit filed in Lampasas County, protecting the children and the parties' property and governing the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
Lavaca County Standing Order Regarding Children, Property, and Conduct of the Parties — TOPICs reg. doc 1125.
The District and County Courts of Lavaca County standing order that applies automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit filed in Lavaca County, protecting the children and the parties' property and governing the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
Local Court Rules of the County Courts at Law of McLennan County (effective March 6, 2026) — TOPICs reg. doc 2859.
The current local court rules of the County Courts at Law of McLennan County (adopted February 16, 2026, amended and effective March 6, 2026), governing the courts' jurisdiction and local criminal and civil practice, and superseding the January 17, 2023 edition.
Local Rules for Caldwell and Comal Counties (22nd/207th/274th/421st/433rd/466th District Courts and Comal County Courts at Law) — TOPICs reg. doc 2391.
The shared local rules for practice in the 22nd, 207th, 274th, 421st, 433rd and 466th District Courts of Texas and the Comal County Courts at Law, serving Caldwell and Comal Counties, governing civil settings, conference requirements, and the conduct of the courts' business.
Local Rules for Caldwell and Comal Counties (22nd/207th/274th/421st/433rd/466th District Courts and Comal County Courts at Law) — TOPICs reg. doc 2393.
The shared local rules for practice in the 22nd, 207th, 274th, 421st, 433rd and 466th District Courts of Texas and the Comal County Courts at Law, serving Caldwell and Comal Counties, governing civil settings, conference requirements, and the conduct of the courts’ business.
Local Rules for Probate Courts Number One and Number Two of Travis County (June 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 1990.
The local rules for the Travis County Probate Courts No. 1 and No. 2 (June 2024), governing the scope and application of the rules, electronic filing, opening cases and the form of pleadings, certificates of service, and the setting and changing of case settings in probate and guardianship matters.
Local Rules for the County Courts at Law of Hays County (adopted July 29, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2504.
The local rules for the County Courts at Law of Hays County (adopted July 29, 2025), governing general provisions, courtroom decorum, attorney vacations, conflicting settings, remote proceedings and testimony by affidavit, interpreters, and the recording, broadcasting or photographing of court proceedings.
Local Rules for the District Courts in McLennan County (effective June 1, 2026) — TOPICs reg. doc 2976.
The local rules for the District Courts in McLennan County (effective June 1, 2026), governing the filing and random assignment of civil cases, collateral attacks, ancillary proceedings, consolidation, and district-court practice.
Local Rules of Court of the District Courts (33rd & 424th) and County Court at Law of Blanco, Burnet, Llano & San Saba Counties (updated January 2023) — TOPICs reg. doc 1253.
The shared local rules of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts (and the Burnet County Court at Law) serving Blanco, Burnet, Llano and San Saba Counties, governing decorum, family, civil, and criminal practice before the courts (updated January 2023).
Local Rules of Court of the District Courts (33rd & 424th) and County Court at Law of Blanco, Burnet, Llano & San Saba Counties (updated January 2023) — TOPICs reg. doc 1249.
The shared local rules of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts (and the Burnet County Court at Law) serving Blanco, Burnet, Llano and San Saba Counties, governing decorum, family, civil, and criminal practice before the courts (updated January 2023).
Local Rules of Court of the District Courts (33rd & 424th) and County Court at Law of Blanco, Burnet, Llano & San Saba Counties (updated January 2023) — TOPICs reg. doc 1242.
The shared local rules of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts (and the Burnet County Court at Law) serving Blanco, Burnet, Llano and San Saba Counties, governing decorum, family, civil, and criminal practice before the courts (updated January 2023).
Local Rules of Court of the District Courts (33rd & 424th) and County Court at Law of Blanco, Burnet, Llano & San Saba Counties (updated January 2023) — TOPICs reg. doc 1245.
The shared local rules of the 33rd and 424th Judicial District Courts (and the Burnet County Court at Law) serving Blanco, Burnet, Llano and San Saba Counties, governing decorum, family, civil, and criminal practice before the courts (updated January 2023).
Local Rules of Procedure and Rules of Decorum for the Criminal District Courts of Travis County — TOPICs reg. doc 2458.
The local rules of procedure and rules of decorum for the Criminal District Courts of Travis County, governing general provisions (grand jury terms, local administrative judge, court administration, jury selection), docket management (assignment, first appearance, settings), and criminal practice.
Local Rules of Procedure and Rules of Decorum for the Justice Courts of Travis County (effective February 1, 2023) — TOPICs reg. doc 1163.
The local rules of procedure and rules of decorum for the Justice of the Peace (Justice) Courts of Travis County (effective February 1, 2023), providing a uniform system for the fair, impartial and prompt disposition of matters before the Justice Courts.
McLennan County Amended Supplemental Local Court Rule Regarding Weapons (effective April 22, 2019) — TOPICs reg. doc 1155.
The amended supplemental local court rule of the McLennan County Court and County Courts at Law prohibiting handguns and firearms in the courtrooms and court offices (with limited exceptions for on-duty peace officers, the Sheriff, and the judge), superseding the March 28, 2019 version.
McLennan County Supplemental Local Rule and Instructions Regarding Video Hearings & Trials (effective September 15, 2021) — TOPICs reg. doc 1153.
The supplemental local rule and instructions of the McLennan County Court and County Courts at Law for conducting video hearings and trials by Zoom, governing how hearings are requested and set (civil submission docket, criminal by request) and how participants join.
McLennan County Local Rules for Criminal District Court — Order on Courtroom Decorum and Trial Procedures — TOPICs reg. docs 141 and 1150.
The McLennan County local rules for the criminal district court, an order on courtroom decorum and trial procedures governing how counsel appear, examine witnesses, handle exhibits, and conduct themselves during criminal trials.
Navarro County Local Rules (approved December 6, 2022) — TOPICs reg. doc 1054.
The local court rules for all courts of law in Navarro County (the 13th Judicial District Court, the Navarro County Court at Law, and the Navarro County Court), approved December 6, 2022, governing decorum and conduct, litigation, filing of documents, civil discovery, scheduling and trial settings, and emergency hearings.
Remote Detention Hearing Procedures, 33rd and 424th Judicial Districts (Tex. Fam. Code sec. 54.012; submitted to OCA November 14, 2023) — TOPICs reg. doc 1684.
The plan adopted under Texas Family Code section 54.012 by the 33rd and 424th District Courts (Blanco, Burnet, Llano and San Saba) to conduct juvenile detention hearings as remote proceedings, governing when participants appear remotely, camera and confrontation requirements, and the presentation of physical evidence.
Revised Bell County Standing Order Regarding Children, Property, and Conduct of the Parties (filed May 22, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 1934.
The Bell County District Courts' revised standing order that applies automatically in every divorce suit and every suit affecting the parent-child relationship (including modifications and enforcements) filed in Bell County, protecting the children, preserving property, and governing the conduct of the parties while the case is pending.
Robertson County Remote Detention Hearing Procedures for Juvenile Detention Hearings (Tex. Fam. Code sec. 54.012) — TOPICs reg. doc 1734.
The plan adopted under Texas Family Code section 54.012 by the 82nd District Court, the Robertson County Court and the Justice of the Peace Courts to conduct juvenile detention hearings as remote proceedings, governing remote participation, cross-examination, camera and confrontation requirements, and the presentation of physical evidence.
Rules of Practice and Procedure in the 82nd District Court (Falls and Robertson Counties; effective January 1, 2019) — TOPICs reg. doc 1737.
The local rules of practice and procedure of the 82nd Judicial District Court, serving Falls and Robertson Counties, governing the presiding judge's authority, dockets and calendars, and the disposition and trial of all cases in the district (effective January 1, 2019).
Rules of Practice and Procedure in the 82nd District Court (Falls and Robertson Counties; effective January 1, 2019) — TOPICs reg. doc 36.
The local rules of practice and procedure of the 82nd Judicial District Court, serving Falls and Robertson Counties, governing the presiding judge's authority, dockets and calendars, and the disposition and trial of all cases in the district (effective January 1, 2019).
Rules of the 414th District Court (McLennan County; Judge Ryan A. Luna) — TOPICs reg. doc 2797.
The rules of the 414th District Court of McLennan County (Judge Ryan A. Luna), in addition to the county district-court local rules, governing docket call, special settings and notice, Zoom hearings, and telephonic hearings.
Rules of the 474th District Court (McLennan County; Judge Alan Bennett) — TOPICs reg. doc 1778.
The rules of the 474th District Court of McLennan County (Judge Alan Bennett), in addition to the county local rules, governing the court's docket days, jury selection timing, Zoom and telephonic hearings, and scheduling.
Seventh Amended McLennan County Standing Order Regarding Children, Property and Conduct of the Parties — TOPICs reg. doc 2977.
The McLennan County District Courts' standing order (seventh amended) that applies automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit filed in McLennan County, protecting the children and the parties' property and governing the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
Standing Order Adopting Local Rules for the District Courts of Hays County (effective August 21, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 2046.
The standing order adopting the Local Rules for the District Courts of Hays County (effective August 21, 2024), pursuant to Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 3a and Rule 10 of the Rules of Judicial Administration, superseding all previously adopted district-court local rules.
Standing Order Appointing Public Defender, Office of First Defense, and CAPDS Attorneys for Magistration (Travis County) — TOPICs reg. doc 2301.
A standing order of the Travis County District and County Court at Law criminal judges appointing the Public Defender, the Office of First Defense, and CAPDS attorneys to represent defendants at first appearance (counsel at first appearance) in criminal cases.
Standing Order for Criminal Cases and Jury Trials in the 2nd 25th District Court (Guadalupe County) — TOPICs reg. doc 1801.
A standing order of the 2nd 25th District Court of Guadalupe County governing pretrial and jury-trial procedures in criminal cases, parallel to the 456th District Court's order, including jail-docket priority, video redactions, proposed jury charges, and the charging conference.
Standing Order for Criminal Cases and Jury Trials in the 456th District Court (Guadalupe County; effective February 1, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 1800.
A standing order of the 456th District Court of Guadalupe County (Judge Heather Hines Wright) governing pretrial and jury-trial procedures in criminal cases, including jail-docket priority, video redactions, proposed jury charges, and the charging conference.
Hays County Standing Order for Delinquent Tax Collection Cases under the Texas Property Tax Code — TOPICs reg. doc 170.
A standing order of the Hays County District Courts exempting delinquent-tax collection cases filed under the Texas Property Tax Code from the mandatory initial-disclosure requirements of Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 194.
Standing Order for Submission Procedures in Civil and Family Cases (Travis County District Courts; effective January 1, 2020) — TOPICs reg. doc 636.
A standing order of the Travis County District Courts setting the procedure for parties to submit proposed orders for approval when a hearing is unnecessary in civil and family cases.
Standing Order in Limine for Jury Trials of Civil and Family Cases in the Travis County District Courts (effective January 1, 2020) — TOPICs reg. doc 630.
A standing limine order of the Travis County District Courts applying to all civil and family cases set for jury trial, prohibiting attorneys and self-represented parties from mentioning enumerated matters before the jury without first securing a ruling from the Court.
Standing Order on Discovery Prior to a Determination of Bail (Travis County District & County Courts) — TOPICs reg. docs 506 and 2382.
A joint standing order of the Travis County District Courts and County Courts at Law governing the discovery to be provided to the defense prior to a determination of bail and pretrial release, so that bail decisions are informed.
Standing Order on Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence, 25th & 2nd 25th Judicial Districts (Guadalupe County; filed July 7, 2026) — TOPICs reg. doc 3029.
A standing order of the District Courts serving Guadalupe County (25th and 2nd 25th Judicial Districts) on the use of generative artificial intelligence, placing the duty of accuracy on the lawyer or litigant, warning of hallucinations, and requiring a bold verification in any pleading prepared with the aid of generative AI.
Standing Order on Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence, 25th & 2nd 25th Judicial Districts (Lavaca County; 2026) — TOPICs reg. doc 2965.
A standing order of the District Courts serving Lavaca County (25th and 2nd 25th Judicial Districts) on the use of generative artificial intelligence, placing the duty of accuracy on the lawyer or litigant, warning of hallucinations, and requiring a bold verification in any pleading prepared with the aid of generative AI.
Standing Order on Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence, 25th & 2nd 25th Judicial Districts (Colorado County; 2026) — TOPICs reg. doc 2975.
A standing order of the District Courts serving Colorado County (25th and 2nd 25th Judicial Districts) on the use of generative artificial intelligence, placing the duty of accuracy on the lawyer or litigant, warning of hallucinations, and requiring a bold verification in any pleading prepared with the aid of generative AI.
Standing Order on Warrants of Arrest and Bonds on Motions to Revoke or Adjudicate (Travis County District Courts) — TOPICs reg. doc 540.
A standing order of the Travis County District Courts governing the issuance of warrants of arrest and the setting of bonds on motions to revoke community supervision or adjudicate.
Standing Order Prohibiting Gun Holsters in the Blackwell-Thurman Criminal Justice Center & in Individual Courtrooms (Tex. Penal Code sec. 46.03) — TOPICs reg. doc 2003.
A standing order of the Travis County Criminal Judges prohibiting the wearing of empty gun holsters in the Blackwell-Thurman Criminal Justice Center and in individual courtrooms, given that Penal Code section 46.03(a)(3) already prohibits guns in government courts.
Standing Order Regarding Deputy Court Reporter Compensation and Court Reporters' Records in Criminal Cases with Court-Appointed Counsel (Caldwell, Comal & Hays Counties; ordered July 6, 2022) — TOPICs reg. doc 176.
A standing order of the District Courts of Caldwell, Comal and Hays Counties setting the compensation schedule for deputy (visiting) court reporters and the procedure and rates for preparing court-ordered transcripts in criminal cases on appeal where defense counsel is court-appointed.
Standing Order Regarding Deputy Court Reporter Compensation and Court Reporters' Records in Criminal Cases with Court-Appointed Counsel (Caldwell, Comal & Hays Counties; ordered July 6, 2022) — TOPICs reg. doc 169.
A standing order of the District Courts of Caldwell, Comal and Hays Counties setting the compensation schedule for deputy (visiting) court reporters and the procedure and rates for preparing court-ordered transcripts in criminal cases on appeal where defense counsel is court-appointed.
Standing Order Regarding Deputy Court Reporter Compensation and Court Reporters’ Records in Criminal Cases with Court-Appointed Counsel (Caldwell, Comal & Hays Counties; ordered July 6, 2022) — TOPICs reg. doc 188.
A standing order of the District Courts of Caldwell, Comal and Hays Counties setting the compensation schedule for deputy (visiting) court reporters and the procedure and rates for preparing court-ordered transcripts in criminal cases on appeal where defense counsel is court-appointed.
Standing Order Related to Article 38.50 of the Tex. Code Crim. Proc. — Notification (Travis County District Courts) — TOPICs reg. doc 538.
A standing order of the Travis County District Courts related to Article 38.50 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, governing notification requirements concerning forensic analysis in criminal cases.
Standing Order Relating to the County Attorney's Disclosure Files (Travis County Courts at Law; art. 39.14) — TOPICs reg. doc 544.
A standing order of the Travis County Courts at Law relating to the County Attorney's disclosure files in misdemeanor criminal cases, governing the disclosure of the State's file to the defense under Article 39.14.
Standing Order Relating to the District Attorney's Disclosure Files (Travis County District Courts; art. 39.14) — TOPICs reg. doc 537.
A standing order of the Travis County District Courts relating to the District Attorney's disclosure files in felony criminal cases, governing the disclosure of the State's file to the defense under Article 39.14.
Standing Pretrial Scheduling Order for Civil and Family Jury Trials in the Travis County District Courts (effective January 1, 2020) — TOPICs reg. docs 632 and 1351.
A standing pretrial scheduling order of the Travis County District Courts controlling pretrial matters for any case set on the civil or family jury docket, setting deadlines and requirements leading up to jury trial.
Travis County Courts at Law General Order Regarding Defendants Sentenced with Only Money Due — TOPICs reg. doc 597.
A general order of the Travis County Courts at Law addressing defendants who have completed their jail time on a misdemeanor and owe only fines and/or costs, governing how remaining monetary obligations are handled.
Travis County Courts at Law Local Rules of Procedure and Rules of Decorum (adopted November 15, 2022) — TOPICs reg. doc 501.
The local rules of procedure and rules of decorum for the County Courts at Law of Travis County (adopted November 15, 2022), governing general provisions, jurisdiction, jury selection, and civil-case filing, setting, hearings, virtual/telephonic hearings, electronic submissions, dismissal for want of prosecution, and motions to withdraw.
Travis County Courts Order Regarding Handgun Policy in the Criminal Justice Center (Tex. Penal Code sec. 46.03) — TOPICs reg. docs 593 and 595.
An order of the Travis County District Courts and County Courts at Law establishing the handgun policy in the Criminal Justice Center (Blackwell-Thurman CJC), consistent with the prohibition on firearms in government courts.
Travis County Courts Standing Order Regarding Defendants Reported Deceased — TOPICs reg. doc 542.
A standing order of the Travis County Courts at Law governing the handling of criminal cases when a defendant is reported deceased, so that the case and any outstanding warrants are appropriately resolved.
Travis County Courts Standing Order Regarding the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure — TOPICs reg. doc 508.
A standing order of the Travis County Courts at Law regarding a provision of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, governing a criminal-procedure requirement in misdemeanor cases before the County Courts at Law.
Travis County District Courts Local Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Decorum (amended effective November 15, 2024) — TOPICs reg. docs 2121 and 2122.
The local rules of civil procedure and rules of decorum of the District Courts of Travis County (amended effective November 15, 2024), governing the organization, filing, setting, management and trial of civil and family cases across 26 chapters.
Travis County District Courts Standing Order for Motions for Summary Judgments in Civil and Family Cases (June 29, 2026; S.B. 293 / H.B. 16 / Gov't Code sec. 23.303 / Rule 166a) — TOPICs reg. doc 3025.
A standing order of the Travis County Civil and Family District Courts implementing the 2025-2026 statutory and regulatory overhaul of summary-judgment practice (S.B. 293, H.B. 16, Gov't Code sec. 23.303, and the amended Rule 166a), governing the filing, hearing and disposition of all motions for summary judgment.
Travis County District Courts Standing Order on the Master Calendar (June 29, 2026; Misc. Docket No. 26-9019) — TOPICs reg. doc 3024.
A standing order of the Travis County Civil and Family District Courts establishing the Master Calendar (managed by the Court Administration Office) for setting hearings in cases not retained under Local Rule 2.6 or 10.2, to make the most efficient use of judicial resources.
Travis County District Courts Standing Order Regarding Release on Bail for Persons Charged with a Felony Offense Committed While on Bail (art. 17.027; August 28, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2532.
A standing order of the Travis County District Courts (147th, 167th, 299th, 331st, 390th, 403rd, 427th, 450th and 460th) governing release on bail for persons charged with a felony offense committed while released on bail for another felony, under Article 17.027 of the Code of Criminal Procedure.
Travis County Order for Discovery and Disclosure of Criminal History Record Information and Medical Records (Gov't Code sec. 411.084; art. 39.14; HIPAA) — TOPICs reg. docs 609, 1363 and 1517.
A standing order of the Travis County District Courts and County Courts at Law facilitating the disclosure of criminal history record information (Gov't Code sec. 411.084 / art. 39.14) and HIPAA-covered medical records to the defense in criminal cases.
Travis County Probate Court Administrative Order Authorizing Inspection of Records of Mental Health Proceedings (Health & Safety Code chs. 571, 574) — TOPICs reg. doc 1591.
An administrative order of the Travis County Probate Court authorizing the inspection of records of mental-health proceedings by authorized persons, consistent with the confidentiality provisions of the Health and Safety Code.
Travis County Probate Court Administrative Order Directing Deletion of Mental Health Records from Public Access — TOPICs reg. doc 1593.
An administrative order of the Travis County Probate Court directing the deletion or removal of mental-health records from public access, consistent with the confidentiality of mental-health court records.
Travis County Probate Court Administrative Order Granting Release of Protected Health Information (HIPAA; Health & Safety Code) — TOPICs reg. doc 1621.
An administrative order of the Travis County Probate Court granting the release of protected health information in guardianship and mental-health proceedings, consistent with HIPAA and the Health and Safety Code.
Travis County Probate Court Administrative Order Granting the Travis County Probate Court Access to Mental Health Records — TOPICs reg. doc 1622.
An administrative order of the Travis County Probate Court granting the Court access to mental-health records necessary for its guardianship and mental-health proceedings.
Travis County Probate Court Administrative Order Regarding Applications to Probate a Copy of a Lost Will — TOPICs reg. doc 1626.
An administrative order of the Travis County Probate Court regarding applications to probate a copy of a lost or destroyed will, setting the requirements an applicant must satisfy.
Travis County Probate Court Administrative Order Regarding Applications to Probate a Will More Than Four Years After Death (Estates Code sec. 256.003) — TOPICs reg. doc 1627.
An administrative order of the Travis County Probate Court regarding applications to probate a will more than four years after the testator's death, setting the additional requirements such applications must satisfy.
Travis County Probate Court Administrative Order Regarding the Filing of Annual and Final Accounts — TOPICs reg. docs 557 and 1629.
An administrative order of the Travis County Probate Court regarding the filing of annual and final accounts in guardianship and estate matters, setting the requirements for those accounts.
Travis County Probate Court Administrative Order Regarding the Filing of Copies of Wills — TOPICs reg. doc 1628.
An administrative order of the Travis County Probate Court regarding the filing of copies of wills following the probate of an original will, governing how such copies are filed.
Travis County Probate Court Administrative Order Requiring the Use of the Court's Approved Form for Small Estate Affidavits (Estates Code ch. 205) — TOPICs reg. doc 1624.
An administrative order of the Travis County Probate Court requiring the use of the Court's approved form for Small Estate Affidavits filed under Chapter 205 of the Texas Estates Code.
Travis County Probate Court Amended Administrative Order Requiring the Use of the Court's Account Submission Checklist (Administrative Order 2026-2) — TOPICs reg. docs 3059, 3060 and 3084.
An amended administrative order of the Travis County Probate Court No. 1 requiring the use of the Court's Account Submission Checklist when filing annual and final accounts in guardianship and estate matters, to reduce incomplete filings.
Travis County Probate Court Order Requiring Citation by Posting for Small Estate Affidavits — TOPICs reg. doc 1625.
An order of the Travis County Probate Court requiring citation by posting for Small Estate Affidavits before the Court acts on them.
Travis County Probate Courts Administrative Order Requiring the Guardianship Bill of Rights to be Attached to the Citation on the Proposed Ward (Estates Code sec. 1151.351) — TOPICs reg. docs 561, 1595 and 1619.
An administrative order of the Travis County Probate Courts requiring the 'Bill of Rights for Persons under Guardianship' (Texas Estates Code section 1151.351) to be attached to the citation served on the proposed ward in applications to appoint a guardian.
Travis County Standing Court Order Regarding Release of Bond Condition Records — TOPICs reg. docs 1471 and 1472.
A standing order of the Travis County Criminal Courts (District and County Courts at Law) directing Pretrial Services to provide information regarding a defendant's compliance with bond conditions, including records from electronic-monitoring and testing programs.
Travis County Standing Order for Family Law Cases (effective January 1, 2020) — TOPICs reg. doc 635.
The Travis County District Courts' standing order for family law cases (effective for cases filed on or after January 1, 2020), protecting the parties and their children and preserving the parties' property while a divorce or parent-child suit is pending.
Travis County Standing Order for Remote Court Proceedings (effective May 1, 2023) — TOPICs reg. doc 1350.
A standing order of the Travis County District Courts governing remote court proceedings in civil and family cases (effective May 1, 2023), providing that contested proceedings are held in person unless agreed or the court finds good cause, with jury trials in person absent agreement.
Travis County Standing Order Releasing Report Made Pursuant to Article 16.22, Tex. Code Crim. Proc. (signed June 24, 2022) — TOPICs reg. docs 502 and 503.
A standing order of the Travis County District Courts and County Courts at Law ordering the Sheriff's Office to make the results of any Article 16.22 mental-health evaluation available to the Court, defense attorney and prosecutor.
Williamson County District Courts Juvenile Remote Proceedings Standing Order (Tex. Fam. Code sec. 54.012) — TOPICs reg. doc 1802.
A standing order of the Williamson County District Courts adopted under Texas Family Code section 54.012 governing the conduct of juvenile proceedings (detention hearings) as remote proceedings, including remote participation, cross-examination, camera and confrontation requirements, and the presentation of physical evidence.
Williamson County District Courts Standing Order for Discovery, Disclosure and Protection of Criminal History, HIPAA Medical Records, and PSI Reports in Criminal Cases (Art. 39.14) — TOPICs reg. doc 2130.
A standing order of the Williamson County District Courts facilitating discovery under Article 39.14 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure in felony cases, authorizing the District Attorney to disclose criminal history record information and HIPAA-protected medical records to defense counsel, subject to use and dissemination restrictions.
Williamson County District Courts Standing Order on Appellate Briefs in Criminal Matters (effective October 1, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 2132.
A standing order of the Williamson County District Courts (effective October 1, 2024) requiring counsel who submit an appellate brief in a criminal case to provide a courtesy copy of the brief to the court by electronic mail.
Williamson County District Courts Standing Order on Motions for Expenses Related to Investigators and Experts in Criminal Matters (effective October 1, 2024) — TOPICs reg. doc 2131.
A standing order of the Williamson County District Courts (effective October 1, 2024) governing motions for expenses related to investigators and experts in the defense of criminal cases, requiring the procedures of the county Indigent Defense Plan and an under-seal motion for approval.
Williamson County District Courts Standing Order Regarding Trial Continuances in Criminal Matters (effective for trials on or after January 1, 2025) — TOPICs reg. doc 2170.
A standing order of the Williamson County District Courts (applying to criminal cases set for trial on or after January 1, 2025) governing motions for continuance on the criminal jury-trial docket, including a 7-day filing deadline and compliance with Chapter 29 of the Code of Criminal Procedure.
Williamson County Local Rules of Court (2024) — TOPICs reg. docs 1913 and 2928.
The current Williamson County Local Rules of Court (2024) for the District Courts and County Courts at Law, governing decorum, designation and setting of cases, extraordinary-relief writs, and civil, family and criminal practice, superseding the 2012 local rules.
Williamson County Standing Order Regarding Children, Property and Conduct of the Parties — TOPICs reg. docs 1224 and 1835.
The Williamson County standing order that applies automatically in every divorce and parent-child suit filed in the District Courts and County Courts at Law of Williamson County, protecting the children and the parties' property and governing the parties' conduct while the case is pending.
