"Texas Bankruptcy Records"

The Clerk of each Texas bankruptcy court maintains all public documents, pleadings, motions, objections and court orders filed in connection with each case. Also, schedules filed by debtors, the court's docket, pending hearings, and scheduling information are also available for public view. Many records may be downloaded through the PACER system, an online fee based database, or may be reviewed at the Clerk's office via their public access computers.

Texas bankruptcy courts provide free forms to debtors upon request. Also, clerks may provide a package of documents including instructions for filing. Usually, these packets include: 1) an official form for the petition, 2) a current fee requirements and options, 3) instructions for preparing a mailing matrix, 4) debtor rights for discharge, and 5) a glossary of common bankruptcy terms. Be aware, forms provided and instructions may not include all necessary documents throughout the completion of the case. Texas bankruptcy courts allow pro se debtors to file paper forms. Also, Texas courts permit emergency filing after hours online. To file online, attorneys must apply for approval and receive a personal account before filing. Payment of filing fees online may be provided by credit card.

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