Nueces County Justice of the Peace Courts
Nueces 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 Nueces 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 document from the Nueces County Court Administrator:
Common questions about Nueces County
The Nueces County Justice of the Peace Courts are located in 5 precincts across Nueces County. The city website provides a county map showing each precinct’s geographic area of jurisdiction.
You can use the Nueces County Online Case Search available on the District Clerk's webpage.
You can read How to E-File to learn about E-Filing.
You can also read more about E-Filing in JP Courts on their website.
Visit Nueces County Justice of the Peace’s Court Costs, Fines, and Fee Collection to make a payment in your case.
Instructions & Forms
Instructions & Forms
Honorable Joe Benavides
901 Leopard Street
Room 116, 1st Floor
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Phone: (361) 888-0201
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Watch Precinct 1 Place 1’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 14, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | All judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court or review your notice of hearing for more information on virtual court procedures |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 1 Place 1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Visit Nueces County Justice of the Peace’s Court Costs, Fines, and Fee Collection to make a payment in your case.
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.
Each Justice Court in Nueces County has a specific geographical area of jurisdiction. Each court has its own court clerks responsible for setting cases on the individual docket of the court.
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 (361) 888-0201.
Honorable Henry A. Santana
901 Leopard Street
Room 115, 1st Floor
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Phone: (361) 888-0210
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed for lunch from 11:45 p.m. to 1 p.m.)
Watch Precinct 1 Place 2’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 14, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | All judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court or review your notice of hearing for more information on virtual court procedures |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 1 Place 2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Visit Nueces County Justice of the Peace’s Court Costs, Fines, and Fee Collection to make a payment in your case.
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.
Each Justice Court in Nueces County has a specific geographical area of jurisdiction. Each court has its own court clerks responsible for setting cases on the individual docket of the court.
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 (361) 888-0210.
Honorable Lucy Rubio
11408 Leopard Street
Corpus Christi, TX 78410
Phone: (361) 241-1222
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.)
Watch Precinct 1 Place 3’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 14, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | All judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court or review your notice of hearing for more information on virtual court procedures |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 1 Place 3's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Also review Precinct 1 Place 3’s COVID-19 Operating Plan for the Nueces County Judiciary.
Visit Nueces County Justice of the Peace’s Court Costs, Fines, and Fee Collection to make a payment in your case.
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.
Each Justice Court in Nueces County has a specific geographical area of jurisdiction. Each court has its own court clerks responsible for setting cases on the individual docket of the court.
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 (361) 241-1222.
Honorable Jo Woolsey
5725 S. Padre Island Drive
Suite 150
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
Phone: (361) 853-4079
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.)
Watch Precinct 2 Place 1’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 14, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | All judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court or review your notice of hearing for more information on virtual court procedures |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 2 Place 1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Also review the Precinct 2 Place 1’s COVID-19 Operating Plan for the Nueces County Judiciary.
Visit Nueces County Justice of the Peace’s Court Costs, Fines, and Fee Collection to make a payment in your case.
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.
Each Justice Court in Nueces County has a specific geographical area of jurisdiction. Each court has its own court clerks responsible for setting cases on the individual docket of the court.
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 (361) 853-4079.
Honorable Thelma L. Rodriguez
10110 Compton
Corpus Christi, TX 78418
Phone: (361) 937-2614
Hours: Monday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed for lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.)
Tuesday; 8 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Wednesday-Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed for lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.)
Watch Precinct 2 Place 2’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 14, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | All judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court or review your notice of hearing for more information on virtual court procedures |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 2 Place 2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Also review Precinct 2 Place 2’s COVID-19 Operating Plan for the Nueces County Judiciary.
Visit Nueces County Justice of the Peace’s Court Costs, Fines, and Fee Collection to make a payment in your case.
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.
Each Justice Court in Nueces County has a specific geographical area of jurisdiction. Each court has its own court clerks responsible for setting cases on the individual docket of the court.
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 (361) 937-2614.
Honorable Larry L. Lawrence
115 South Ash Street
P.O. Box 27
Bishop, TX 78343
Phone: (361) 584-2420
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.)
Watch Precinct 3’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 14, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | All judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court or review your notice of hearing for more information on virtual court procedures |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 3's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Also review Precinct 3’s COVID-19 Operating Plan.
Visit Nueces County Justice of the Peace’s Court Costs, Fines, and Fee Collection to make a payment in your case.
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.
Each Justice Court in Nueces County has a specific geographical area of jurisdiction. Each court has its own court clerks responsible for setting cases on the individual docket of the court.
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 (361) 584-2420.
Honorable Duncan Neblett Jr.
705 W. Avenue A
Port Aransas, TX 78373
Phone: (361) 749-5660
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.)
Watch Precinct 4’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 14, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | All judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court or review your notice of hearing for more information on virtual court procedures |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 4's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Also review Precinct 4’s COVID-19 Operating Plan for the Nueces County Judiciary.
Visit Nueces County Justice of the Peace’s Court Costs, Fines, and Fee Collection to make a payment in your case.
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.
Each Justice Court in Nueces County has a specific geographical area of jurisdiction. Each court has its own court clerks responsible for setting cases on the individual docket of the court.
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 (361) 749-5660.
Honorable Robert Gonzalez
710 East Main
Robstown, TX 78380
Phone: (361) 767-5205
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.)
Watch Precinct 5 Place 1’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 14, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | All judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court or review your notice of hearing for more information on virtual court procedures |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 5 Place 1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Also review Precinct 5 Place 1’s COVID-19 Operating Plan.
Visit Nueces County Justice of the Peace’s Court Costs, Fines, and Fee Collection to make a payment in your case.
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.
Each Justice Court in Nueces County has a specific geographical area of jurisdiction. Each court has its own court clerks responsible for setting cases on the individual docket of the court.
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 (361) 767-5205.
Honorable Hermilo “Milo” Pena, Jr.
1514 2nd Street
Agua Dulce, TX 78330
Phone: (361) 998-2231
Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.)
Watch Precinct 5 Place 2’s court live stream on YouTube.
This information is current as of April 14, 2023.
Checklist Steps
| Is this court doing virtual hearings? | What platform are they using? | Are there any exceptions? |
| Possibly | Zoom | All judges will use all reasonable efforts to conduct proceedings remotely. Contact the court or review your notice of hearing for more information on virtual court procedures |
You can visit Justice Court Pct. 5 Place 2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.
Visit Nueces County Justice of the Peace’s Court Costs, Fines, and Fee Collection to make a payment in your case.
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.
Each Justice Court in Nueces County has a specific geographical area of jurisdiction. Each court has its own court clerks responsible for setting cases on the individual docket of the court.
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 (361) 998-2231.
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