Who fills out this form?

This document is an order signed by the Judge Presiding in the court. It records the court's decision and the agreement reached by the parties.

What does 'deferred adjudication' mean?

It means the court is delaying the final finding of guilt. The defendant is placed on community supervision instead of having a final judgment entered right away.

Are there fees involved?

The form has sections to record amounts for fines, court costs, reimbursement fees, and restitution that the defendant must pay.

Order of Deferred Adjudication

Texas · Texas Judicial Branch

This form is an official court document used when a defendant pleads guilty but the judge decides to delay the final finding of guilt. It records the agreement and the conditions the defendant must follow to avoid a formal finding of guilt at that time.

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This form is used in a criminal case after a defendant pleads guilty, but before the judge officially enters a finding of guilt. It documents the agreement to defer the final judgment.

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Common questions

Who fills out this form?: This document is an order signed by the Judge Presiding in the court. It records the court's decision and the agreement reached by the parties.
What does 'deferred adjudication' mean?: It means the court is delaying the final finding of guilt. The defendant is placed on community supervision instead of having a final judgment entered right away.
Are there fees involved?: The form has sections to record amounts for fines, court costs, reimbursement fees, and restitution that the defendant must pay.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.

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