Rule 1.3 - Anonymity of Minor Protected(a)Generally. Proceedings under these rules must be conducted in a way that protects the anonymity of the minor.(b)No reference to minor's identity in proceeding. With the exception of the verification page required under Rule 2.1(c)(2) and the communications required under Rule 2.2(e), no reference may be made in any order, decision, finding, or notice, or on the record, to the name of the minor, her address, or other information by which she might be identified by persons not participating in the proceedings. Instead, the minor must be referred to as "Jane Doe" in a numbered cause.(c)Notice. With the exception of orders and rulings released under Rule 1.4(b), all service and communications from the court to the minor must be directed to the minor's attorney with a copy to the guardian ad litem. A minor's attorney must serve on the guardian ad litem instanter a copy of any document filed with the court. These requirements take effect when an attorney appears for the minor, or when the clerk has notified the minor of the appointment of an attorney or guardian ad litem.Tex. Parent. Noti. R. And. Form. 1.3
Amended effective 3/1/2007.