Brewster County District Court
Brewster County
Overview
Guide Overview
Civil District Courts hear all family and civil law issues including divorce cases, custody issues, child abuse and neglect (involving the Department of Family and Protective Services, or CPS) cases, cases involving title to land, and civil matters where the amount of money or damages involved is $200 or more.
This guide contains information on all the District Courts, Associate Courts, and the Brewster County Child Support (IV-D) Court.
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Research Tips
Read our articles on Zoom and how to use it to prepare for your hearing. You should also read the following documents uploaded by the County:
Common questions about Brewster County
The Brewster County District Court is in the Brewster County Courthouse at:
201 W. Ave. E
Alpine, TX 79830
Phone: (432) 837-6200
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
You can read How to E-File to learn about E-Filing.
Read more about E-Filing on the District Clerk's webpage.
Instructions & Forms
Instructions & Forms
Honorable Judge Roy B. Ferguson
201 W. Ave E
Alpine, TX 79830
(note that the 394th District Court operates five counties. Confirm that your court appearance reflects the proper address)
Phone: (432) 837-5831
Watch the 394th District Court's court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of February 23, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Contact the court for more information on virtual hearings and exceptions. |
You can visit the 394th District Court's webpage, or Brewster County’s District Court page for the most up-to-date information.
Also read our article on How to Use Zoom to prepare for a virtual hearing on Zoom.
All documents you want to file with the court must be filed with the District Clerk’s Office through e-filing, in person, fax, or by mail. Contact the District Clerk’s Office with any questions at (432) 837-6200 ext.- 106 or 107 or by emailing sarah.martinez@co.brewster.tx.us.
Contact the court to schedule a hearing.
Possibly. Depending on the complexity of the matter, type of hearing, and the situation, the court will use its discretion to permit virtual hearings. Contact the court to see if you can schedule a virtual hearing.
Court staff will contact you after your hearing is set with instructions for the hearing, including how evidence is submitted and presented to the court.
Possibly. Contact the court for information on virtual jury trials.
Possibly. Contact the Court if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court Coordinator at (432) 837-5831, by email at 394th.jud.dist.court@gmail.com, or through the 394th District Court’s Contact Page.
Articles
Articles in this guide
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Appealing a Judgment in Texas
This article tells you information about appealing a judgment in Texas. An appeal is a request for a higher court to review a lower court’s decisio... -
Civil Litigation in Texas: The Basics
This article explains the basics of civil lawsuits in Texas. -
Justice 101: The Client's Guide to Texas Civil Litigation
This article contains a link to a video that provides some background on the civil litigation system in Texas. -
What Court Staff Can and Cannot Do
Information on what type of services a court can offer. -
How to Set Aside a Default Judgment
This article explains how to ask the judge to set aside (cancel) a default judgment. -
The Right to a Language Interpreter
What to do if you need an interpreter. -
Individual Rights and Navigating Court Proceedings During COVID-19
Learn how the court system and personal rights changed due to the pandemic and how to navigate them. -
Virtual Court
Some Texas courts will hold hearings by videoconference, usually using Zoom. -
Sensitive Data
This article provides information on protected sensitive data; data that appears in public records; and sealing records. -
How to E-File
This article provides an overview of e-filing as well as solutions to some common e-filing mistakes. -
Court-Appointed Attorneys as a Disability Accommodation in Civil Cases
This article answers frequently asked questions about court-appointed attorneys as an accommodation for Texans with disabilities. -
How to Use Zoom
Access all available resources on how to use Zoom's video platform for virtual court hearings on your desktop or mobile phone.