Terms Used In Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code 151.011

  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
  • Verdict: The decision of a petit jury or a judge.

The special judge’s verdict must comply with the requirements for a verdict by the court. The verdict stands as a verdict of the referring judge’s court. Unless otherwise specified in an order of referral, the special judge shall submit the verdict not later than the 60th day after the day the trial adjourns.