Texas SB1996 modifies jurisdiction and procedures in statutory county courts for civil cases.

Texas SB1996 amends the Government Code to adjust the jurisdiction of statutory county courts for civil cases. It raises the threshold for civil cases in which the matter in controversy exceeds $325,000 from $250,000. The district clerk will serve as clerk for civil cases exceeding $325,000, while the county clerk will handle all other cases. The bill also mandates that juries in civil cases exceeding $325,000 consist of 12 members unless all parties agree otherwise.

Texas SB1996 modifies jurisdiction and procedures in statutory county courts for civil cases.

Texas SB1996 amends the Government Code to adjust the jurisdiction of statutory county courts for civil cases. It raises the threshold for civil cases in which the matter in controversy exceeds $325,000 from $250,000. The district clerk will serve as clerk for civil cases exceeding $325,000, while the county clerk will handle all other cases. The bill also mandates that juries in civil cases exceeding $325,000 consist of 12 members unless all parties agree otherwise.