71st District Court
200 West Houston
903-935-8407
903-935-9963 Fax
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Court Administrator: Kenya
Robinson
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Criminal Docket Information (click here)
Parents of children under the age of 18 must attend a "Kid's Sake" program before the divorce will be granted. Attach a Kid's Sake Order to the Petition for Divorce to be served on the Respondent. These programs are now widely available. It is acceptable to attend such a program in another county. Proof of attendance of both parties must be filed with the court before a final hearing is set.
Kid's Sake Order
Marshall Registration
Form and Classes
Longview Classes
Contested Matters
1. If a jury case, make
sure the jury fee has been paid.
2. Consult with opposing counsel about possible agreed setting.
3. If a jury case, select the jury week you wish to request.
4. Submit by mail or fax a Request
for Setting form.
5. Notify opposing counsel of your request.
6. You will receive a confirmation of setting from court.
Uncontested Final Hearings
1. If no record is
required, any uncontested case may be heard Tuesday through Friday between 8:30
and 9:00 a.m. If a record is needed, the matter may be heard between 1:00 and
1:30 p.m.
2. If neither of these times are suitable, contact NaDine
Allen for a setting.
Request for Setting Form
Request for Setting Online Form
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What number is my
case on the trial docket?
See the Jury Trial Docket.
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How do I know what
my odds are of being reached?
Your odds are very good, no matter how far down the list you are.
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Can opposing
counsel and I agree to a continuance?
If the case is on the jury trial
docket, only with the consent of the court.
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Do I have to
appear at Docket Calls?
Yes, unless your case already has a scheduling
order with a trial setting.