Maverick County Justice of the Peace Courts
Maverick 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 Maverick County JP Courts.
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Common questions about Maverick County
The Maverick County Justice of the Peace Courts are located in 5 precincts across Maverick County.
There is no online search available for Justice of the Peace court records. Contact your court for information on your case.
E-filing is not available for the Maverick County Justice of the Peace courts. Please contact your court about filings for your case.
You can pay court costs fines and fees using the Maverick County Justice of the Peace precinct portals on the Maverick County webpage:
Instructions & Forms
Instructions & Forms
Honorable Kina Mancha
1508 Las Quintas Boulevard
Eagle Pass, TX 78852
Phone: (830) 757-9201
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This information is current as of March 23, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. | Not applicable. | Yes, for at-risk or vulnerable individuals. Contact the court for information. |
Yes. You can make payments online through the Maverick County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 Portal.
All documents must be filed in person or by mail with the court. E-filing is not available in Justice of the Peace Precinct 1. All documents must be filed in person in a timely fashion prior to all settings. Contact the court for information on filing a case.
To schedule a hearing in this court, contact Court Administrator Sarah Flores at (830) 757-9201 or jp1@co.maverick.tx.us.
Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 does not offer virtual hearings and has transitioned away from the telephonic hearings that were offered through the COVID-19 pandemic. Depending on the complexity of the matter, type of hearing, and the situation, the court will use its discretion to allow telephone appearances. Contact the court to see if you can appear telephonically.
Evidence must be submitted in person prior to a hearing. Contact the court for information on how to submit evidence prior to your setting.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court administrator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact Court Administrator Sarah Flores at (830) 757-9201 or jp1@co.maverick.tx.us.
Honorable Ernie Leija
253 Ruela Drive
Eagle Pass, TX 78852
Phone: (830) 752-1323
Hours: Monday-Thursday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday; 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
This information is current as of March 28, 2023
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Rarely. | Zoom. | Contact the court in exceptional cases to request a virtual appearance. |
Yes. You can make payments online through the Maverick County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Portal.
All documents must be filed in person or by mail with the court. E-filing is not available in Justice of the Peace Precinct 2. All documents must be filed in person in a timely fashion before your hearing. Contact the court for information on filing a case.
All notices of hearing are delivered through the constable. If you have a question regarding your hearing date, contact the court at (830) 752-1323 or jp2@co.maverick.tx.us.
The court will use its discretion to permit virtual appearances in exceptional cases. Contact the court to see if you can make a virtual court appearance.
Evidence must be submitted in person prior to a hearing. Contact the court for information on how to submit evidence prior to your setting.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the court office at (830) 752-1323 or jp2@co.maverick.tx.us.
Honorable Domingo Rodriguez
3905 Deer Run Blvd
Eagle Pass, TX 78852
Phone: (830) 757-2710
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This information is current as of March 28, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. | Not applicable. | Not applicable. |
Yes. You can make payments online through the Maverick County Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Place 1 Portal.
All documents must be filed in person or by mail with the court. E-filing is not available in Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Place 1. All documents must be filed prior to all settings. Contact the court for information on filing a case.
To schedule a hearing in this court, contact the court office at (830) 757-2710 or jp3-1@co.maverick.tx.us.
Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Place 1 does not offer virtual hearings but will use its discretion to permit telephonic appearances. Contact the court to see if you can appear telephonically.
Evidence must be submitted in person prior to a hearing. Contact the court for information on how to submit evidence prior to your setting.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the court office at (830) 757-2710 or jp3-1@co.maverick.tx.us.
Honorable Jeannie Smith
19799 North Highway 277
Quemado, TX 78877
Phone: (830) 758-5993
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
This information is current as of March 29, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Yes. | Zoom. | No. |
Yes. You can make payments online through the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Place 2 Portal.
All documents must be filed in person or by mail with the court. E-filing is not available in Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Place 2. All documents must be filed prior to all settings. Contact the court for information on filing a case.
To schedule a hearing in this court, contact the court office (830) 758-5993 or jp32@co.maverick.tx.us.
Virtual and telephonic hearings may be requested by calling the court office, by mail, or e-mail. Depending on the complexity of the matter, type of hearing, and the situation, the court will use its discretion to permit virtual or telephonic hearings.
Evidence must be submitted in person prior to a hearing. Contact the court for information on how to submit evidence prior to your setting.
Currently, all jury trials are held in person only. Depending on the complexity of the matter, type of hearing, and the situation, the court will use its discretion to allow virtual jury trials. Contact the court to request a virtual jury trial.
Yes. Contact the court coordinator if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the court office at (830) 758-5993 or jp32@co.maverick.tx.us.
Honorable Teresa Hernandez
206 Converse Street
Eagle Pass, TX 78852
Phone: (830) 773-9616
Hours: Monday–Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This information is current as of March 29, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| No. | Not applicable. | Not applicable. |
Yes. You can make payments online through the Maverick County Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 Portal.
All documents must be filed by e-filing, in person, or by mail with the court. All documents must be filed in a timely fashion before all hearings. Contact the court at (830) 773-9616 or jp4@co.maverick.tx.us with any questions or for information on filing a case.
All requests to schedule a hearing in this court must be submitted in writing, by mail or e-mail, to the court at jp4@co.maverick.tx.us.
Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 allows all debt claim participants to appear telephonically. Depending on the complexity of the matter, type of hearing, and the situation, the court will use its discretion to permit other telephonic appearances. Contact the court in writing to see if you can appear telephonically.
All evidence must be submitted in person or through e-mail prior to a hearing. Include your case number, the party’s name, and any other identifying information. Contact the court for information on how to submit evidence prior to your setting.
No. All jury trials are held in person only.
Possibly. Contact the court office if you have concerns.
If you have any questions concerning your case or court procedures, contact the court office at (830) 773-9616 or jp4@co.maverick.tx.us.
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