Tex. Parent. Noti. R. And. Form. 3.1

As amended through August 27, 2024

Rule 3.1 - How to Appeal

To appeal the denial of an application, the minor must simultaneously file a notice of appeal with the clerk of the court that denied the application, file a copy of the notice of appeal with the clerk of the court of appeals to which an appeal is to be taken, and advise the clerk of the court of appeals by telephone that an appeal is being taken under Chapter 33, Family Code. The minor may use Form 3A but is not required to do so. The notice of appeal must:

(a) be styled "In re Jane Doe"

(b) state the number of the cause in the trial court;

(c) be addressed to a court of appeals with jurisdiction in the county in which the application was filed;

(d) state an intention to appeal; and

(e) be signed by the minor's attorney or attorney ad litem appointed by the trial court.

Tex. Parent. Noti. R. And. Form. 3.1

Amended effective 3/1/2007.