Brewster County Justice of the Peace Courts
Brewster County
Overview
Guide Overview
Justice of the Peace (JP) Courts handle civil and criminal cases, including small claims (amount is $20,000 or less), justice court, and administrative hearings. These are lawsuits over debts, evictions, car accidents, unlawful towing, and property issues. Most JP’s perform marriage ceremonies as well.
This guide contains information on all Brewster County JP Courts.
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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 from Brewster County:
Common questions about Brewster County
The Brewster County Justice of the Peace Courts are located in three precincts across Brewster County. The county website provides a county map showing each precinct’s geographic area of jurisdiction.
You can read How to E-File to learn about E-Filing.
Brewster County Justice of the Peace Courts offer an online tool to Pay Traffic Citations.
Instructions & Forms
Instructions & Forms
Honorable Judge J. Scott Wassermann
107 W. Avenue E.
Alpine, TX 79830
Phone: (432) 837-6214
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.)
Watch Precinct 1’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 19, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Unknown | Zoom | Brewster JP1 has operated via Zoom in the past. Contact the court for more information and exceptions. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Brewster County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
All documents must be e-filed or filed in person or by mail with the court. Contact the court for information on filing a case.
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.
Contact the Court for more information regarding virtual jury trials.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court Clerk at (432) 837-6214 or by emailing JP1Clerk@co.brewster.tx.us.
Honorable Judge Paul Rashott
P.O. Box 496
Terlingua, TX 79852
Phone: (432) 371-2127
Hours: Monday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday-Friday; hours vary
This information is current as of April 19, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Unknown | N/A | Contact the Court for more information on virtual hearings. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Brewster County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
All documents must be e-filed or filed in person or by mail with the court. Contact the court for information on filing a case.
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.
Contact the Court for more information regarding virtual jury trials.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court at (432) 371-2127.
Honorable Judge Susana Gonzales
201 SE 2 Street
Marathon, TX 79842
Phone: (432) 386-4530
Hours: Monday–Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.)
This information is current as of April 19, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Unknown | N/A | Contact the Court or consult your notice of hearing for more information on virtual hearings. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 3's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Brewster County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal.
All documents must be e-filed or filed in person or by mail with the court. Contact the court for information on filing a case.
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.
Contact the Court for more information regarding virtual jury trials.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the Court at (432) 386-4530.
Articles
Articles in this guide
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Civil Litigation in Texas: The Basics
This article explains the basics of civil lawsuits in Texas. -
Tips for the Courtroom
This article tells you general information on what to do and not to do in a courtroom. -
Eviction
How eviction works and what to do if you are facing eviction. -
Debt Collection
This article explains your rights and options under the law if you are facing debt collection. -
Right to Repairs as a Tenant
This article discusses your rights to repairs as a tenant. -
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. -
Court Fees and Fee Waivers
If you don’t have enough money to pay the court fees, you can ask a judge to waive the fees. -
How to Set Aside a Default Judgment
This article explains how to ask the judge to set aside (cancel) a default judgment. -
Guide to Traffic Court
This article provides information on navigating traffic court. -
How to Sue in Justice Court (Small Claims Court)
This article provides information on justice court basics. -
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. -
Setting Aside a Default Eviction Judgment
This article answers common questions about setting aside a default eviction judgment. -
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. -
What Happens at Your First Court Appearance - Ticket Help Texas
This article explains what happens in your first court appearance and what pleas mean. -
Eligibility for Deferred Disposition - Ticket Help Texas
This article explains deferred dispositions in fine-only misdemeanors. -
Zoom on Desktop: A Tour of Zoom
Learn about Zoom’s basic functions, and what you need to know as you prepare for your virtual meeting. -
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. -
Jury Trials in Justice Court
How to ask for a jury trial in Justice Court.