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Debt Claims

South Dallas Government Center – 8301 S. Polk Street, Suite 2200, Dallas, TX 75232
Main Telephone:  (972) 228-2272  |  Fax:  (972) 228.2472
Hours of Operation:  8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday (except for court approved holidays)
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General Inquiries:  JP12Court@dallascounty.org
Specific Inquiries:

Texas Rules of Civil Procedure
Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, Part V Rules of Practice in Justice Court
Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code
Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code, Chapter 15
Texas Rules of Evidence

Local Rules of the Civil Courts of Dallas County (Appendix 1 Included)
Local Rules of Decorum (Appendix 2)
Recording & Broadcasting in the Civil Courts

Representing Yourself in Court
The following information is not legal advice and does not take the place of a lawyer.
Self-Represented Litigants


Self Help Information

When a Debt Claim Has Been Filed Against You – ENGLISHClick here for information on how to proceed if you have been sued in a debt claim case.
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When a Debt Claim Has Been Filed Against You – SPANISH - Click here for information on how to proceed if you have been sued in a debt claim case.
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Debt Claim Forms

Debt Claim PetitionUse this form to file a petition to the court.
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Defendant’s Original Answer – Debt ClaimUse this form to respond to the lawsuit.
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Request for Subpoena - This form is to request the court to order a witness to come to court for your case.
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Plaintiff’s Appeal Form - Use this form if you wish to appeal your case to a higher court after your trial.
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Defendant Appeal Form - Use this form if you wish to appeal your case to a higher court after your trial.
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