§ 139.001 Definitions
§ 139.002 Scope of Chapter

Terms Used In Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 139 > Subchapter A - General Provisions

  • Appraisal: A determination of property value.
  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Justice: when applied to a magistrate, means justice of the peace. See Texas Government Code 312.011
  • Written: includes any representation of words, letters, symbols, or figures. See Texas Government Code 311.005