Texas HB5078 modifies the jurisdiction of statutory county courts in civil cases.

Texas HB5078 amends the Government Code to adjust the jurisdiction of statutory county courts in civil cases. It specifies that statutory county courts have concurrent jurisdiction with district courts for civil cases where the amount in controversy exceeds $500 but does not exceed $325,000. The bill also mandates that the district clerk serves as clerk for civil cases exceeding $325,000, while the county clerk handles all other cases. Additionally, it requires the supreme court to adopt rules for efficient resolution of civil actions, balancing cost reduction with complexity.

Texas HB5078 modifies the jurisdiction of statutory county courts in civil cases.

Texas HB5078 amends the Government Code to adjust the jurisdiction of statutory county courts in civil cases. It specifies that statutory county courts have concurrent jurisdiction with district courts for civil cases where the amount in controversy exceeds $500 but does not exceed $325,000. The bill also mandates that the district clerk serves as clerk for civil cases exceeding $325,000, while the county clerk handles all other cases. Additionally, it requires the supreme court to adopt rules for efficient resolution of civil actions, balancing cost reduction with complexity.