The Role of a JP

What is the Role of a Justice of the Peace?

Justice of the Peace courts are the first level trial courts in Texas and handle the highest volume of cases. Individuals and businesses are more likely to encounter a legal matter in JP Court than in any other level of the Texas judicial system – making JP Courts a critical component of our legal framework.

JP Courts have limited jurisdiction, meaning they only hear certain types of court cases:

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Role of a JP

What is the Role of a Justice of the Peace?

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Civil lawsuits up to $20,000 in value

Criminal cases not punishable by jail time

Landlord-tenant disputes

Administrative & magistrate proceedings

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