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TEXAS RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE / RULE 142

TRCP 142: Security for costs

Fees for services rendered before issuing process, subject to the Rule 145 exception.

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The clerk shall require from the plaintiff fees for services rendered before issuing any process unless filing is requested pursuant to Rule 145 of these rules.