Texas SB2834 amends eviction hearing timelines and appeal procedures.

Texas SB2834 amends the Texas Property Code to establish stricter timelines for eviction hearings and appeals. In cases claiming forcible entry and detainer, the Justice Court must set a hearing no later than ten days after the petition is filed and no sooner than three days after the citation is served. If a Justice Court fails to set a hearing within these parameters, the Justice of the Peace may be subject to mandamus. Additionally, county courts must schedule the trial date on an appeal from a Justice Court no later than 21 days after the appeal is filed.

Texas SB2834 amends eviction hearing timelines and appeal procedures.

Texas SB2834 amends the Texas Property Code to establish stricter timelines for eviction hearings and appeals. In cases claiming forcible entry and detainer, the Justice Court must set a hearing no later than ten days after the petition is filed and no sooner than three days after the citation is served. If a Justice Court fails to set a hearing within these parameters, the Justice of the Peace may be subject to mandamus. Additionally, county courts must schedule the trial date on an appeal from a Justice Court no later than 21 days after the appeal is filed.