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Appellate courts are where legal precedent is set. When they're backlogged, justice is delayed for everyone. Understanding capacity gaps helps prioritize judicial reform.
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What you’re looking at
Visual analysis of how Texas's 14 appellate courts are managing their caseloads, where the system is under strain, and which courts are falling behind.
The question behind it
This dashboard evaluates appellate court performance using caseload data, clearance rates, and disposition timelines from the Texas Office of Court Administration.
Why it matters
Appellate courts are where legal precedent is set. When they're backlogged, justice is delayed for everyone. Understanding capacity gaps helps prioritize judicial reform.
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- Texas Office of Court Administration (OCA)
- FY 2024 Annual Statistical Report
Method
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