Hidalgo County District Court

Hidalgo County District Court cases in Hidalgo County, Edinburg, TX

The Hidalgo County 92nd District Court in Edinburg is a Texas state district court (trial court of general jurisdiction). It handles felony criminal prosecutions; civil lawsuits generally exceeding $500 in controversy; and family law matters such as divorce, child custody, and support. The court conducts jury and non-jury trials, pretrial hearings, and post-judgment enforcement, and issues orders and writs within its jurisdiction. Routine traffic citations and other Class C misdemeanors are handled by municipal or justice courts, not this court.

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Services and Case Types Handled in Hidalgo County District Court

The Hidalgo County 92nd District Court is a trial court of general jurisdiction that serves the public by resolving major disputes and enforcing the law. It handles, as assigned: civil cases (e.g., contracts, personal injury, injunctions), family law (divorce, custody, child support), felony criminal matters (arraignments, motions, pleas, trials, sentencing), and protective orders related to family violence, stalking, or similar conduct. Core services include:
- Receiving and processing case filings via the District Clerk's e-filing/records system
- Docketing and scheduling matters
- Conducting hearings, status conferences, and bench or jury trials
- Coordinating with county jury services for juror summons, selection, and trial support
- Issuing and enforcing court orders and judgments
- Facilitating alternative dispute resolution when appropriate
- Providing public access to court settings and orders consistent with law and confidentiality requirements