Hays County Courts at Law
Hays County Courts at Law
The Hays County Courts at Law have jurisdiction over all class A and B misdemeanor criminal cases, juvenile matters, and civil cases filed in the County Courts. These Courts also have jurisdiction in probate, guardianship matters, and mental commitments. The Hays County Courts at Law also hear traffic and other appeals from Justice and Municipal Courts. Additionally, the County Courts at Law and District Courts of Hays County have concurrent jurisdiction over civil cases in which the matter in controversy exceeds $500.00 and not exceed $250,000.00, excluding interest, statutory, or punitive damages and penalties, and attorney's fees, and costs, or alleged on the face of the petition, and all family law matters.
Hays County Court at Law No. 1, No. 2, No. 3
712 S. Stagecoach Trail Ste 2292
San Marcos, Texas 78666
Phone:512.393.7625
Fax: 512.393.7633
Email: ccal@hayscountytx.gov
Judge, County Court-at-Law, # 1

Jimmy Alan Hall (D)
Term: 4 years – expires in 2026
Judge, County Court-at-Law, # 2

Chris Johnson
Term: 4 years – expires in 2026
Judge, County Court-at-Law, # 3

Elaine S. Brown
Term: 4 years – expires in 2028
County Court at Law Administrator
Michael Macias
Any inquiries related to Hays County Court-at-Law can be directed to:
ccal@hayscountytx.gov
512.393.7625