Calculate deadlines under Texas Rules of Civil Procedure with state-specific holiday exclusion and service method adjustments.
Calculate deadlines under Texas Rules of Civil Procedure with state-specific holiday exclusion and service method adjustments.
TexasRule 4 - Computation of Time
First day excluded, last day included unless it falls on Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday
Rule 99 - Answer Time
Answer deadlines vary by service method and defendant location
Rule 106 - Service Requirements
Specific methods for service of citation and other papers
* Texas has unique "Monday after" rules for answer deadlines. Distance additions apply for out-of-state service.
Texas has a unique rule where answers are due on the Monday after the expiration of the time period. If the Monday falls on a legal holiday, the deadline extends to the next business day.
Out-of-state defendants receive additional time based on distance from Texas. This can add significant time to standard answer deadlines.
Texas allows service by publication for defendants who cannot be personally served, with specific newspaper publication requirements and extended deadlines.
Most Texas courts require electronic filing with specific deadlines and formatting requirements. Check local rules for court-specific procedures.
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Input the date of service or court filing. Texas Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 4 governs time computation, excluding the first day and including the last day.
Choose your required filing: Answer (varies by service method), Special Appearance, General Denial, or Motion to Dismiss (where applicable).
Texas has specific service rules: personal service, certified mail return receipt, sheriff service, or publication. Service method affects answer deadlines.
Individual vs. entity defendants have different answer deadlines. Out-of-state defendants get additional time under Texas Rule 99.
Texas state holidays extend deadlines when they fall on the last day. Include both state and federal holidays in calculations.
Each Texas district and county may have additional local rules. Check for electronic filing requirements and specific court procedures.