Texas Exhibit Stamps
Professional exhibit labeling for Texas District Courts
Quick Reference
Key Requirements for Texas
- TRCP Rule 193.7: Documents produced in discovery PRESUMED AUTHENTIC for use against producing party
- Authenticity objections WAIVED unless made within 10 days of notice document will be used
- eFileTexas MANDATORY for all attorneys since 2019 (TRCP Rule 21(f))
- Text-searchable PDFs with OCR at 300 DPI minimum required
- Exhibit stickers: upper-right corner (portrait) or upper-left (landscape)
- Multi-page exhibits (10+ pages) must be numbered or Bates labeled
- 254 counties with significant local variations - always check local rules
- Bookmarks required for multiple exhibits in combined PDF
Major County Rules
Harris County
Houston area. Uses Box file-sharing system. Exhibits no less than 5 days before formal pretrial conference.
Local Rule: Local Rules
Dallas County
PROHIBITS group designation - each exhibit must be identified separately. Materials by 4-5 PM Thursday/Wednesday before trial setting.
Travis County
Austin area. Detailed "Instructions for Electronic Exhibits" requiring Box file sharing. Exhibits uploaded 12 hours before hearing. Named "P-1", "R-1", etc.
Tarrant County
Fort Worth. All exhibits marked, exchanged, and examined by counsel PRIOR to commencement of trial.
Local Rule: Local Rule 3.03(c)
Bexar County
San Antonio. Videotaped deposition designations 14 days before trial.
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Typical Texas Exhibit Timeline
Requires disclosure of each document/exhibit at least 30 days before trial, separately identifying items expected to be offered vs. those that may be offered.
See Texas Exhibit Requirements in Action
Watch how ExhibitPrep auto-applies Texas court requirements with Numbers or Letters (varies by court) for plaintiffs and Letters or D-prefix (varies by court) for defendants.
Texas County Court Guides
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Texas Exhibit FAQs
How do I mark exhibits for Texas courts?
In Texas, plaintiffs typically use Numbers or Letters (varies by court) while defendants use Letters or D-prefix (varies by court). Always verify with your specific court's local rules as requirements may vary by county.
What is the e-filing system for Texas?
Texas uses eFileTexas for electronic filing. The maximum file size is typically 25 MB per document, 35 MB total combined. Check with your specific court for exact requirements.
When must exhibits be exchanged in Texas?
Requires disclosure of each document/exhibit at least 30 days before trial, separately identifying items expected to be offered vs. those that may be offered. The typical exchange deadline is 30 days before trial (TRCP 194.4). Always verify deadlines in your court's scheduling order.
Does ExhibitPrep work for Texas courts?
Yes! ExhibitPrep is designed to create properly formatted exhibit stamps that comply with Texas court requirements. Our tool supports Numbers or Letters (varies by court) for plaintiffs and Letters or D-prefix (varies by court) for defendants.
Are there county-specific rules in Texas?
Yes, Texas has county-specific variations. Harris County houston area. uses box file-sharing system. exhibits no less than 5 days before formal pretrial conference.. Always check local rules for your specific court.
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Last updated: 2026-01. Always verify current requirements with your court.