Texas Justice Court
Repair and Remedy
Repair and remedy is a special residential tenant case for conditions that materially affect physical health or safety.
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
- Repair and remedy has special rules. Do not treat it like an ordinary small claims case.
- Counterclaims are a known risk area for this case type and need legal QA before launch content goes deeper.
Step-by-Step Starting Point
- 1Confirm the property is a residential rental.
- 2Review whether the condition materially affects physical health or safety.
- 3Gather repair notices, delivery proof, rent records, photos, and landlord responses.
- 4Use the local repair and remedy petition or a verified statewide form.
- 5Verify the hearing timeline and service details with the JP court.
Possible relief
Property Code Chapter 92 lists possible judicial remedies including an order to repair, rent reduction, actual damages, court costs, attorney fees in some circumstances, and civil penalties.
The exact remedy depends on facts and proof. This site does not tell you what remedy to choose.
Common Signals
This may fit when
- Residential tenant
- Unsafe or unhealthy condition
- Repair notices sent
- Landlord has not repaired
Check a different lane when
- Commercial lease
- Security deposit dispute only
- Tenant wants possession after lockout