Texas Justice Court
Find the Right Court
The right Justice Court depends on case type and facts. For eviction, the property precinct is especially important.
Legal information only: This site provides legal information for Texas Justice Court users. It is not legal advice, does not create an attorney-client relationship, and does not replace advice from a licensed Texas attorney or instructions from your court. County and precinct practices vary. Filing methods, local forms, service fees, court closures, and clerk procedures can change. Always verify details with the correct Justice of the Peace court before filing or relying on a deadline.
Important
- Venue can be fact-sensitive. This page gives common starting points, not a legal conclusion.
Step-by-Step Starting Point
- 1Choose the case type.
- 2For many non-eviction cases, start with where one or more defendants reside.
- 3For eviction, use the precinct where the property is located.
- 4For repair and remedy, verify the court tied to the rental property and local practice.
- 5Use the county JP directory or precinct map, then confirm with the clerk.
Why precinct matters
Texas counties are divided into JP precincts. Filing in the wrong precinct can cause delay, transfer, or dismissal.
Some county lookup tools show elected officials or JP precincts after you enter an address. Use the official county tool when available.
Court / Venue Finder
Use this as a guided source launcher. It does not geocode addresses or decide venue for you.
Travis County: where to verify
For many non-eviction Justice Court cases, the common starting point is the county and precinct where one or more defendants reside, unless a specific venue rule applies.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-01. Verification required: yes.