Harris County Justice of the Peace Courts
Harris 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 Harris 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 the Harris County Court Administrator:
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Harris County Justice Courts Local Rules.
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Harris County Justice Courts Legal Forms.
Common questions about Harris County
The Harris County Justice of the Peace Courts are located in 8 precincts across Harris County. The city website provides a County Map showing each precinct’s geographic area of jurisdiction.
Harris County Justice Courts manage their cases online through the Odyssey Web Portal. This portal gives you information on cases, dockets, and options for paying tickets online.
You can read How to E-File to learn about E-Filing.
You can also read more about E-Filing on the District Clerk's webpage.
You can use the Harris County’s Find My Case tool to pay your citation.
Instructions & Forms
Instructions & Forms
Judge Eric William Carter
7300 N Shepherd Dr
Houston, TX 77091
Phone: (713) 274-0695
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch Precinct 1 Place 1’s live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Yes. All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 1-1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information at (713) 274-0695 or MyJP11@jp.hctx.net.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (713) 274-0695 or at MyJP11@jp.hctx.net.
Judge Steve Duble
1302 Preston St
Houston, TX 77002
Phone: (713) 274-0636
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch Precinct 1 Place 2’s live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. JP 1-2 has resumed having most dockets in-person. | Zoom | Contact the court for information surrounding virtual appearances. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 1 Place 2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information.
The 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 a virtual hearing, contact the court at (713) 274-0636 or at MyJP12@jp.hctx.net
Judge Jo Ann Delgado
10851 Scarsdale Blvd
Houston, TX 77089
Phone: (281) 481-9630
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Watch Precinct 2 Place 1’s live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 2 Place 1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information.
The 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 a virtual hearing, contact the court at (281) 481-9630 or at MyJP21@jp.hctx.net.
Judge Dolores Lozano
101 S Richey St.
Suite B
Pasadena, TX 77506
Phone: (713) 274-6100
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Watch Precinct 2 Place 2’s live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 2 Place 2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Also, see Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Place 2’s Protocol in Response to COVID-19.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the Court for this information.
The 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 surrounding virtual jury trials.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (281) 481-9630 or at MyJP21@jp.hctx.net.
Judge Joe Stephens
14350 Wallisville Rd
Houston, TX 77049
Phone: (713) 274-0760
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch Precinct 3 Place 1’s live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 3 Place 1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (713) 274-0760 or at MyJP31@jp.hctx.net.
Judge Lucia Bates
701 W Baker Rd.
Baytown, TX 77521
Phone: (713) 274-0900
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch Precinct 3 Place 2’s live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 3 Place 2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (713) 274-0900 or at MyJP32@jp.hctx.net.
Judge Lincoln Godwin
6831 Cypresswood Dr
Spring, TX 77379
Phone: (713) 274-6550
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch Precinct 4 Place 1’s live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Yes. All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 4 Place 1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (713) 274-6550 or at MyJP41@jp.hctx.net.
Judge Laryssa Korduba
7900 Will Clayton Pkwy
Humble, TX 77338
Phone: (713) 274-2450
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Watch Precinct 4 Place 2's live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Yes. All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 4 Place 2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court for information on testifying remotely.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (713) 274-2450 or at MyJP42@jp.hctx.net.
Judge Israel B. García Jr.
6000 Chimney Rock Rd
Houston, TX 77081
Phone: (713) 274-8700
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Watch Precinct 5 Place 1’s live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Yes. All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 5 Place 1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for more information on virtual hearings.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (713) 274-8700 or at MyJP51@jp.hctx.net.
Judge Bob Wolfe
16715 Clay Rd
Houston, TX 77084
Phone: (713) 274-0800
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Watch Precinct 5 Place 2’s live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Yes. All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 5 Place 2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (713) 274-0800 or at MyJP52Civil@jp.hctx.net.
Judge Victor Trevino III
333 Lockwood Dr
Houston, TX 77011
Phone: (713) 274-3985
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch Precinct 6 Place 1's live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Yes. All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 6 Place 1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for more information on virtual hearings.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (713) 274-3985 or at MyJP61@jp.hctx.net.
Judge Angela D. Rodriguez
1001 S Sgt Macario Garcia Dr
Houston, TX 77011
Phone: (713) 274-8774
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch Precinct 6 Place 2's live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Yes. All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 6 Place 2‘s webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (713) 274-9774 or at MyFAX62MAin@ccl.hctx.net.
Judge Wanda E. Adams
5737 Cullen Blvd
Houston, TX 77021
Phone: (713) 274-1499
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch Precinct 7 Place 1's live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Yes. All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 7 Place 1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (713) 274-1499.
Judge Sharon M. Burney
5300 Griggs Rd
Houston, TX 77021
Phone: (713) 274-0700
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch Precinct 7 Place 2's live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Yes. All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 7 Place 2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (713) 274-0700.
Judge Holly Williamson
7330 Spencer Hwy
Pasadena, TX 77505
Phone: (281) 479-6900
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch Precinct 8 Place 1's live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Yes. All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 8 Place 1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (281) 479-6900 or MyJP81@jp.hctx.net.
Judge Louie Ditta
16603 Buccaneer Ln
Houston, TX 77062
Phone: (281) 488-8780
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watch Precinct 8 Place 2's live stream.
This information is current as of March 10, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes | Zoom | Yes. All jury trials and agreed long-docket settings are in person. |
You can visit the Harris County Justice Court Pct. 8 Place 2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Yes. You can make payments online through the Harris 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.
Also, read County Clerk’s Frequently Asked Questions on E-Filing.
After the defendant answers, the case will be set on a trial docket at the discretion of the judge. The court must send a notice of the date, time, and place of this setting to all parties no less than 45 days before the setting date.
Possibly. Contact the court for this information.
The 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.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning a virtual hearing, contact the court at (281) 488-8780 or at MyJP82@jp.hctx.net.
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