Judgment of Court In Absence of Objection

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  • Who Signs
    • Judge of the court where the proceedings are filed.
  • Where Filed
    • Court record of court where proceedings are pending.
    • Property Records
  • When Filed
    • Upon being signed by the judge.
    • Once money is deposited.
  • Helpful Suggestions
    • Ensure the Cause Number is on the document.
    • Ensure the judgment has the property description and TxDOT prepared access, bisection or special clauses attached.
    • Deposit the funds before arranging for the judge to sign. Have copy of receipt of deposit so the judge knows money is deposited.
    • Arrange for the judge to sign.
    • Obtain certified copies. Arrange for certified copy of the judgment to be filed in the Property Records.
    • Order title policy from the title company.
    • Send file-marked copy to the AAG and upload to OnBase.
    • Verify the Notice of Decision or Award mailing date from the Clerk before having a Judgment in Absence of Objection signed by the judge to ensure the correct number of days have lapsed.