Jefferson County Justice of the Peace Courts (2024)

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Guide Overview Research Tips Common questions about Jefferson County Instructions & Forms Related Articles Civil Litigation in Texas: The Basics Tips for the Courtroom Debt Collection Right to Repairs as a Tenant Justice 101: The Client's Guide to Texas Civil Litigation What Court Staff Can and Cannot Do Court Fees and Fee Waivers How to Set Aside a Default Judgment Guide to Traffic Court How to Sue in Justice Court (Small Claims Court) Setting Aside a Default Eviction Judgment Sensitive Data How to E-File What Happens at Your First Court Appearance - Ticket Help Texas How to Use Zoom Jury Trials in Justice Court FAQs References

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Jefferson County

Learn the virtual court procedures, who you need to contact, and more about the Jefferson County Justice of the Peace Courts.

Last Updated on April 26, 2023

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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 Jefferson County JP Courts.

Texas Law Help is working with courts around the state to provide you with accurate information. To help improve upon the information that is available, please leave any comments or recommendations in this Virtual Court Content Survey.

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 Jefferson County Court Administrator:

Common questions about Jefferson County

The Jefferson County Justice of the Peace Courts are in six precincts across Jefferson County. The city website provides a county map showing each precinct’s geographic area of jurisdiction.

You can use the Jefferson County Portal to access case information after creating an account.

You can read How to E-Fileand use the guide I want to electronically file (e-file) my documents to learn about E-Filing. Not every Justice Court may allow e-filing, read about your specific court’s procedures to learn more.

This will differ in each Justice Court. Check your Justice Court’s page to see if you can make an online payment in your case.

Instructions & Forms

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Honorable Naomi Doyle

1085 Pearl Street
Room 105
Beaumont, Texas 77701

Phone: (409) 835-8522
Fax: (409) 835-8523

Hours: Monday–Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This information is current as of March 27, 2023.

Checklist Steps

Is this court doing virtual hearings?What platform are they using?Are there any exceptions?
Unknown.Zoom.Contact the court for information.

You can visit Justice Court Pct. 1-1's webpage for the most up-to-date information.

Yes. You can make payments online through the Jefferson County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal. You can visit Justice Court Pct. 1-1's Fees, Payments and Warrants page to see lists of civil and service fees and access the Online Justice Court Payments.

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. You can find many of the forms used in Justice Court matters on the court’s Civil and Criminal Forms and Documents page.

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.

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 Associate Court Administrator, Diana Ramirez, at (409) 835-8522 or Diana.Ramirez@jeffcotx.us.

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Honorable Benjamin Collins Sr.

1085 Pearl Street
Room 104
Beaumont, Texas 77701

Phone: (409) 835-8457
Fax: (409) 839-2393

Hours: Monday–Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This information is current as of March 27, 2023.

Checklist Steps

Is this court doing virtual hearings?What platform are they using?Are there any exceptions?
Unknown.Zoom.Contact the court for information.

You can visit Justice Court Pct. 1-2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.

Yes. You can make payments online through the Jefferson County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal found on the court’s website.

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. You can find many of the forms used in Justice Court matters on the court’s homepage.

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.

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 Associate Court Administrator, Donna Henry, at (409) 835-8457 or Donna.Henry@jeffcotx.us.

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Honorable Joseph L. Guillory II

525 Lakeshore Drive
Port Arthur, Texas 77640

Phone: (409) 983-8325
Fax: (409) 989-3680

Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed for lunch 12–1 p.m.)

Watch Justice Court Pct. 2’s court live stream on YouTube.

This information is current as of March 27, 2023.

Checklist Steps

Is this court doing virtual hearings?What platform are they using?Are there any exceptions?
Unknown.Zoom.Contact the court for information.

You can visit Justice Court Pct. 2's webpage for the most up-to-date information.

Yes. You can make payments online through the Jefferson County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal found on the court’s website.

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. You can find many of the forms used in Justice Court matters on the court’s homepage.

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.

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 Associate Court Administrator, Tina Moreau, at (409) 983-8325 or Tina.Moreau@jeffcotx.us.

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Honorable Justin Chesson

19217 F.M. 365
Beaumont, Texas 77705

Phone: (409) 434-5460
Fax: (409) 794-1637

Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This information is current as of March 27, 2023.

Checklist Steps

Is this court doing virtual hearings?What platform are they using?Are there any exceptions?
Unknown.Zoom.Contact the court for information.

You can visit Justice Court Pct. 4's webpage for the most up-to-date information.

Yes. You can make payments online through the Jefferson County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal found on the court’s website.

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. You can find many of the forms used in Justice Court matters on the court’s homepage.

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.

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 Associate Court Administrator, Lynette Hensley, at (409) 434-5460 or Lynette.Hensley@jeffcotx.us.

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Honorable Ransom “Duce” Jones

1225 Pearl Street
Suite 118
Beaumont, Texas 77701

Phone: (409) 839-2333
Fax: (409) 839-2303

Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This information is current as of March 27, 2023.

Checklist Steps

Is this court doing virtual hearings?What platform are they using?Are there any exceptions?
Unknown.Zoom.Contact the court for information.

You can visit Justice Court Pct. 6's webpage for the most up-to-date information.

Yes. You can make payments online through the Jefferson County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal found on the court’s website.

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. You can find many of the forms used in Justice Court matters on the court’s homepage.

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.

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 Associate Court Administrator, Deidra F. Jackson, at (409) 839-2333 or Deidra.Jackson@jeffcotx.us.

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Honorable Brad Burnett

7933 Viterbo Road
Suite 1
Beaumont, Texas 77705

Phone: (409) 719-5900
Fax: (409) 724-2148

Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Watch Justice Court Pct. 7’s court live stream on YouTube.

This information is current as of March 27, 2023.

Checklist Steps

Is this court doing virtual hearings?What platform are they using?Are there any exceptions?
Unknown.Zoom.Contact the court for information.

You can visit Justice Court Pct. 7's webpage for the most up-to-date information.

Yes. You can make payments online through the Jefferson County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal found on the court’s website.

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. You can find many of the forms used in Justice Court matters on the court’s homepage.

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.

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 Associate Court Administrator, Denise Roccaforte, at (409) 719-5900 or Denise.Roccaforte@jeffcotx.us.

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Honorable Tom Gillam III

525 Lakeshore Drive
Port Arthur, Texas 77640

Phone: (409) 983-8330
Fax: (409) 989-3670

Hours: Monday–Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This information is current as of March 27, 2023.

Checklist Steps

Is this court doing virtual hearings?What platform are they using?Are there any exceptions?
Unknown.Zoom.Contact the court for information.

You can visit Justice Court Pct. 8's webpage for the most up-to-date information.

Yes. You can make payments online through the Jefferson County Justice of the Peace Court Payment Portal found on the court’s website.

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. You can find many of the forms used in Justice Court matters on the court’s homepage.

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.

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 Associate Court Administrator, Larkisha Clayton, at (409) 983-8330 or Larkisha.Clayton@jeffcotx.us.

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Jefferson County Justice of the Peace Courts (2024)

FAQs

What types of cases heard by justice of the peace courts within the jurisdiction? ›

Justice Courts have jurisdiction to hear misdemeanor violations; criminal and civil traffic violations; civil lawsuits up to $10,000.00; small claims; forcible detainer (landlord/tenant) actions for possession of property; orders of protection in domestic violence cases; and, injunctions prohibiting harassment.

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Is a justice of the peace a judge in Texas? ›

The Justice of the Peace is the legal jurisdiction closest to the average citizen. It is often referred to as "The People's Court". There are four of these judges in Lubbock County, each elected to a four year term. Their precincts follow the same lines as the county commissioners.

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What is the jurisdictional limit of the justice of the peace court in Texas? ›

The Texas constitution provides that the justice of the peace courts have original jurisdiction in criminal matters of Class C Misdemeanor cases punishable by fine only, and civil matters involving not more than $20,000.

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What does a local justice of the peace do? ›

Justices of the peace handle both civil and criminal cases, including small claims court, justice court, and administrative hearings. In practical terms, these are lawsuits over debts, evictions, car accidents, unlawful towing, and property.

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What are the two main types of jurisdiction that must be present in every case? ›

Jurisdiction may be broken down into two categories: personal jurisdiction and subject matter jurisdiction.

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Which case will most likely be heard in a municipal court? ›

Municipal courts typically handle cases like traffic violations, small claims, and municipal ordinance violations.

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What would a justice of the peace be authorized to do? ›

Justices of the peace have extremely limited powers, extending only to minor criminal or civil disputes within their precinct. Depending on the jurisdiction, a justice of the peace may have the power to adjudicate on small claims, traffic violations, bail hearings, or even criminal misdemeanors.

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What is the salary of a justice of the peace in Texas? ›

$65,900 is the 25th percentile. Salaries below this are outliers. $114,600 is the 75th percentile.

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How long is a justice of the peace term in Texas? ›

Term: Four years. 2. JURISDICTION: The Texas Constitution provides that each county shall have, depending on the population, one to eight justice precincts. In each such precinct, depending on the population, one or more justices of the peace are to be elected.

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What types of things might the justice of the peace have done? ›

In the United States, justices of the peace are elected or appointed and sit on the lowest of the state courts hearing minor civil matters and petty criminal cases, usually misdemeanors. They officiate at weddings, issue arrest warrants, deal with traffic offenses, and hold inquests.

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How much can you sue for in JP court in Texas? ›

The limit to the amount that a person can sue for in small claims cases is $20,000. Justice courts can also settle landlord/tenant disputes such as evictions and repairs.

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What kind of criminal case is a county court most likely to hear? ›

A county court is most likely to hear misdemeanor cases. Misdemeanors are less serious crimes compared to felonies. County courts handle a wide range of cases, but they are generally responsible for hearing less serious criminal matters.

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What is a justice of the peace in simple terms? ›

justice of the peace. : a local judicial official who is empowered chiefly to administer oaths, perform marriage ceremonies, certify documents, and in some states may have additional judicial powers (as to issue summonses)

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Why is justice and peace important? ›

Peace, justice, and strong institutions are three essential elements of a stable and prosperous society. Together, they provide the foundation for a secure and just community, where individuals can live and thrive in safety and security. Peace is the absence of violence, fear, and conflict.

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What does peace with justice mean? ›

Peace with Justice is a faithful expression of shalom in the Bible. It calls the church to strengthen its capacity to advocate publicly in communities and nations throughout the world. It aims to make shalom visible and active in people's lives and communities by setting people free from bondage.

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What are 3 types of cases where the federal courts have jurisdiction? ›

More specifically, federal courts hear criminal, civil, and bankruptcy cases. And once a case is decided, it can often be appealed.

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What types of cases fall under the jurisdiction of the constitutional courts? ›

The judicial Power shall extend to all Cases, in Law and Equity, arising under this Constitution, the Laws of the United States, and Treaties made, or which shall be made, under their Authority;—to all Cases affecting Ambassadors, other public Ministers and Consuls;—to all Cases of admiralty and maritime Jurisdiction;— ...

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What are 3 types of cases that the Supreme Court is given judicial power over? ›

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