By Order of the Court, the Del Rio Division will be closed on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, Friday, November 29, 2024, Tuesday, December 24, 2024, Thursday, December 26, 2024 and Tuesday, December 31, 2024 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm. This order affects the offices of the United States District Courts, United States Magistrate Courts, the United States District Clerk’s Office, the United States Probation Office, the United States Pretrial Services Office and the United States Federal Public Defender Office. For more information, click the title of Continue reading →

By Order of the Court, the Midland/Odessa and Pecos Division will be closed on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 beginning at 12:00pm, Friday, November 29, 2024, Tuesday, December 24, 2024, Thursday, December 26, 2024 and Tuesday, December 31, 2024. This order affects the offices of the United States District Court, United States Magistrate Courts, the United States District Clerk’s Office, the United States Probation Office, and the United States Pretrial Services Office. For more information, click the title of this news item to view the Midland/Odessa Continue reading →

By Order of the Court, the San Antonio Division will be closed on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm, Friday, November 29, 2024, Monday, December 23, 2024 through Friday, December 27, 2024, December 30, 2024 and Tuesday, December 31, 2024. This order affects the offices of the United States District Court, United States Magistrate Courts, the United States District Clerk’s Office, the United States Probation Office, the United States Pretrial Services Office, the United States Bankruptcy Court, and the United States Federal Public Continue reading →

By Order of the Court, the Austin Division will be closed on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 beginning at 12:00pm, Friday, November 29, 2024, Monday, December 23, 2024,  Tuesday, December 24, 2024, Monday, December 30, 2024 and Tuesday, December 31, 2024. This order affects the offices of the United States District Court, United States Magistrate Courts, the United States District Clerk’s Office, the United States Probation Office, and the United States Pretrial Services Office. For more information, click the title of this news item to view Continue reading →

By Order of the Court, the El Paso Division will be closed on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 beginning at 12:00pm, Friday, November 29, 2024, Monday, December 23, 2024,  Tuesday, December 24, 2024, Monday, December 30, 2024 and Tuesday, December 31, 2024. This order affects the offices of the United States District Court, United States Magistrate Courts, the United States District Clerk’s Office, the United States Probation Office, and the United States Pretrial Services Office. For more information, click the title of this news item to Continue reading →

This courtroom has undergone am audiovisual renovation to provide a modern and more efficient experience for everyone. The updates include a shift to digital audio, upgrading our video system to HDMI, and improving services for attorneys presenting evidence. These changes are designed to ensure that court proceedings run smoothly and effectively. To make the most of this upgraded technology, we ask that all parties involved in courtroom business arrive early or schedule time with the courtroom deputy in advance. This will help ensure you are Continue reading →

By Order of the Court, the Waco Division will be closed on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm, Friday, November 29, 2024, Monday, December 23, 2024 through Friday, December 27, 2024, and Thursday, January 2, 2025. This order affects the offices of the United States District Court, United States Magistrate Courts, the United States District Clerk’s Office, the United States Probation Office, the United States Pretrial Services Office, the United States Bankruptcy Court, and the United States Federal Public Defender’s Office. For more Continue reading →

The current term of the office of United States Magistrate Judge Elizabeth S. Chestney is due to expire on January 15, 2025.  The United States District Court is required by law to establish a panel of citizens to consider the reappointment of U.S. Magistrate Judge Chestney to a new eight-year term.  Comments are invited from members of the bar and the public as to whether U.S. Magistrate Judge Chestney should be recommended by the panel for reappointment by the Court.  All comments should be directed Continue reading →

With the authorization of the United States Judicial Conference, the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas is accepting applications for the appointment of one positions as full-time United States Magistrate Judge in El Paso, Texas. The application must be received no later than 5:00 PM (Central Time) Friday, June 21, 2024.Questions may be directed to Human Resources, (210) 249-4034. Additional information regarding the appointment and an application form are listed below. Public Notice For Appointment of United States Magistrate Judge, El Continue reading →