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Small Claims Cases

Information about small claims cases in Texas justice courts.

Requesting a Writ of Execution

Another way a creditor may try to collect their judgment is through a writ of execution.  

A writ of execution allow the debtor's non-exempt property to be seized and sold. The proceeds from the sale go to the debt owed to the creditor. Some of the Texas justice courts have a form to request a writ of execution available on their website.

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Forms

If the justice of the peace court you intend to file with does not provide a form, a sample application is available at the link below.

E-Books

You can borrow the e-books below with your library account. Don't have a library account? Texas residents can register for a library account online! Learn more about how to register online.

Books

These print books are not available online. They are available at the Texas State Law Library in Austin. If you can't visit the library in person, these books might be available at a law library near you or a public library near you.

Note The library cannot tell you what the law means for your situation.

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