Sec. 30.021. AWARD OF ATTORNEY'S FEES IN RELATION TO CERTAIN MOTIONS TO DISMISS. In a civil proceeding, on a trial court's granting or denial, in whole or in part, of a motion to dismiss filed under the rules adopted by the supreme court under Section 22.004(g), Government Code, the court may award costs and reasonable and necessary attorney's fees to the prevailing party. This section does not apply to actions by or against the state, other governmental entities, or public officials acting in their official capacity or under color of law.
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 203 (H.B. 274), Sec. 1.02, eff. September 1, 2011.
Amended by:
Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 885 (H.B. 3300), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2019.
Structure Texas Statutes
Civil Practice and Remedies Code
Title 2 - Trial, Judgment, and Appeal
Chapter 30 - Miscellaneous Provisions
Section 30.001. Instrument to Waive Service or Confess Judgment
Section 30.002. Expiration of Judge's Term; Death of Judge
Section 30.003. Legislative Continuance
Section 30.004. Notice to Attorney General for Certain Suits
Section 30.005. Religious Holy Day
Section 30.006. Certain Law Enforcement Agency Records Not Subject to Discovery
Section 30.007. Production of Financial Institution Records
Section 30.008. Demand for Jury Trial in Justice Court; Failure to Appear
Section 30.009. Mistrial in Justice Court or Municipal Court
Section 30.011. Electronic Subpoena Application
Section 30.012. Use of Communication Equipment in Certain Proceedings
Section 30.013. Confidential Identity in Actions Involving Sexual Abuse of a Minor
Section 30.014. Pleadings Must Contain Partial Identification Information
Section 30.015. Provision of Current Address of Party in Civil Action
Section 30.016. Recusal or Disqualification of Certain Judges
Section 30.017. Claims Against Certain Judges
Section 30.018. Court Clerk's Execution Docket
Section 30.021. Award of Attorney's Fees in Relation to Certain Motions to Dismiss
Section 30.022. Award of Attorney's Fees in Actions Challenging Abortion Laws