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Clerical Judgment Correction Guide
TexasLawHelp.org
Free instructions and forms for asking a Texas civil court to correct a clerical error through a judgment nunc pro tunc.
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How to get help
Compare the signed judgment with the record of what the court actually rendered, obtain legal advice if the error type or timing is uncertain, complete the motion and proposed judgment nunc pro tunc, file and serve them, set and notify any required hearing, present supporting court records, and obtain and distribute the signed corrected judgment.
Who this service helps
For a party seeking to correct a true clerical mistake in a written Texas civil judgment after the issuing court's plenary power has expired. The procedure is not for changing a judicial decision or relitigating the merits.
Where this service is available
Service area: People handling eligible Texas legal matters, including residents and court users in Central Texas.
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Cost / fees
The guide and forms are free. Court records, reporter's records, certified copies, filing, service, hearing, appeal, and legal-assistance costs may apply.
About this service
The guide explains clerical versus judicial errors, the court's plenary power, timing risks, preparing the motion and proposed corrected order, filing and service, hearing notice, evidence of the written-versus-rendered discrepancy, and entry of the corrected judgment.
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