The Third Court of Appeals is an intermediate appellate court that hears civil and criminal appeals from trial courts within its appellate district and issues written decisions subject to further review by the Texas Supreme Court or the Court of Criminal Appeals, depending on the case type.
AGENCY HEAD
Darlene S. Byrne — Chief Justice
GOVERNING STATUTE
OFFICIAL WEBSITE
2026–27 State Appropriations
| Category | FY 2026 | FY 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Total (All Funds) | $4,508,795 | $4,508,795 |
| General Revenue | $4,278,895 | $4,278,895 |
| GR – Dedicated | $0 | $0 |
| Federal Funds | $0 | $0 |
| Other Funds | $229,900 | $229,900 |
| Number of FTEs | 32 | 32 |
Legislative Oversight Committees
These committees exercise budgetary and policy oversight of the Court of Appeals Third Court of Appeals District
| Committee Name | Link |
|---|---|
| House Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence | View |
| House Appropriations | View |
| Senate State Affairs | View |
| Senate Finance | View |
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