Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2454

Filed
 
Out of Senate Committee
4/16/09  
Voted on by Senate
4/30/09  
Out of House Committee
5/19/09  
Voted on by House
5/26/09  
Governor Action
6/19/09  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Enrolled
5/27/09  

Caption

Relating to preferences of certain district courts in Tarrant County.

Impact

The bill's amendments reflect an effort to improve the efficiency of the judicial process in Tarrant County by providing a clear preference for civil cases. By prioritizing these cases, the legislation aims to alleviate backlog issues that can arise in district courts due to the high volume of various case types. This prioritization may lead to quicker resolution times for civil disputes, which can benefit individuals and businesses seeking to resolve legal matters promptly.

Summary

Senate Bill 2454 aims to amend the Government Code of Texas specifically concerning certain district courts in Tarrant County. The bill proposes that several district courts, including the 17th, 48th, 67th, 96th, 141st, and 236th District Courts, will prioritize civil matters in their dockets. This change is intended to streamline court operations and ensure that civil cases, which can be numerous and often complex, receive appropriate attention and resources within the judicial system.

Contention

While the bill focuses on enhancing the management of civil cases, there may be concerns from various stakeholders regarding the implications of such preferences. Critics might argue that by emphasizing civil matters, other case types such as criminal or family law cases could suffer from reduced attention and resources. Additionally, there is a potential for disputes over what constitutes a 'civil matter' in the eyes of the court, which could lead to subjective interpretations and uneven application of judicial resources across different types of cases.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB3386

Relating to the criminal district courts, statutory county courts, and criminal law magistrates in Tarrant County.

TX SB1045

Relating to the creation of the Fifteenth Court of Appeals with jurisdiction over certain civil cases, the compensation of the justices of that court, and the jurisdiction of the courts of appeals in this state.

TX SB1136

Relating to the administration of county roads in certain counties.

TX SB2192

Relating to the notice and petition for the creation of a municipal utility district in certain counties.

TX HB5418

Relating to the powers, duties, operation, administration, and board of directors of the Karis Municipal Management District of Tarrant County; providing authority to impose assessments.

TX SB402

Relating to the preference given by trial courts to hearings and trials for murder and capital murder offenses.

TX SB2370

Relating to the division of certain emergency services districts.

TX SB1367

Relating to the confidentiality of certain information for employees of a county courthouse or the Office of Court Administration of the Texas Judicial System and the employees' family members.

TX SB599

Relating to the carrying or possession of a handgun by a district or county clerk and the issuance of a handgun license to a district or county clerk.

TX HB3474

Relating to the operation and administration of and practices and procedures regarding proceedings in the judicial branch of state government, including the service of process and delivery of documents related to the proceedings, the administration of oaths, and the management of the Texas Indigent Defense Commission, and the composition of certain juvenile boards; establishing a civil penalty; increasing certain court costs; authorizing fees.

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