SB2878 amends Texas judicial procedures, including jury service, court security, and judicial districts.

SB2878 amends Texas law to modify jury service qualifications, establishing permanent exemptions for individuals over 75 years old and those convicted of misdemeanor theft or a felony. It also outlines procedures for appointing magistrates and managing court security. The bill creates new judicial districts in Brazoria, Fort Bend, and Rockwall counties, effective September 1, 2025. It further details the jurisdiction of county courts at law and the powers of local administrative judges.

SB2878 amends Texas judicial procedures, including jury service, court security, and judicial districts.

SB2878 amends Texas law to modify jury service qualifications, establishing permanent exemptions for individuals over 75 years old and those convicted of misdemeanor theft or a felony. It also outlines procedures for appointing magistrates and managing court security. The bill creates new judicial districts in Brazoria, Fort Bend, and Rockwall counties, effective September 1, 2025. It further details the jurisdiction of county courts at law and the powers of local administrative judges.