Rules and Forms

• The guilty plea admonishments are to be explained to the client and the client shall place the client’s initials in every box that is applicable to the case.  These documents are not to be changed. 
  • Plea Admonishments for Felony Cases (PDF)
  • Plea Admonishments for Felony Intoxication Cases (PDF)
  • Deferred Adjudication Admonishments (PDF)
  • Sex Offender Admonishments (PDF)
  • Certificate of Appeal (PDF)
  • Defendant's Waiver of Right to File Motions for New Trial and of All Appellate Rights (PDF)

• The following is an order entered by the Judges in all divorce cases and in any Suit Affecting the Parent Child Relationship, including Motions to Modify.  Because this order applies to all parties, the Petitioner’s Attorney should give a copy of this order to their client.  The Petitioner’s Attorney shall attach a copy of this to the initial pleading and it is to be served with that pleading.  
• This Standing Order applies to each case as to injunctive relief that was previously granted either on an ex parte motion for a temporary restraining order or after a hearing for temporary orders.  Hearings for temporary relief on subjects covered by this standing order should not be necessary.
  • Standing Order Regarding Property and Conduct of Parties in Divorce and Suits Affecting Parent Child Relationships
• Standing Order For Kid's Sake
  • For Kid's Sake Standing Order