UPDATES FOR EVICTIONS EFFECTIVE 1/1/202
click for updates Eviction_Rule_Change_Summary.pdf
This is a summary of changes made by SB 38, and the changes to the
Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, which go into effect for eviction suits filed
on or after January 1, 2026. This is just a summary, for full information
please review the updated Evictions Deskbook, the TJCTC legislative
update materials at www.tjctc.org/legislative, and the text of SB 38 and
the Rules of Civil Procedure.
Precinct 4 Application & Forms
Debt Claim Case Petition
Eviction Case Petition
Small Claims Petition
Petition for Occupational License
Filing fee: $54
Service fee: $95 (for each defendant)
Writ fee: $170
*Fees as of Jan 1, 2026
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