Eviction Appeal by Cash Deposit
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This form is used to appeal a judgment for possession in an eviction case by depositing cash with the court. The defendant signs the form and deposits the required amount of money.
The court describes it as: Form from Texas Justice Court Training Center to appeal by cash deposit.
Where this fits in a case
AppealStage: Appeal
This form is used by a defendant after a judgment for possession has been entered in a Justice Court eviction case. The defendant uses it to appeal the judgment to the County Court.
Usually filed by the person responding.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The defendant fills out this form to appeal the judgment for possession. The Justice of the Peace signs it after it is completed.
- What does the defendant have to do when filing this?
- The defendant must deposit current money of the United States with the court. This deposit is tied to the defendant's promise to pay the plaintiff any judgment and costs on appeal.
- Does this form require service?
- Yes, the form includes a section where the filer certifies that a copy was served on the Plaintiff using a specific method.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.
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