§ 36A.001 Short Title
§ 36A.002 Definitions
§ 36A.003 Applicability
§ 36A.004 Standards for Recognition of Foreign-Country Judgment
§ 36A.005 Personal Jurisdiction
§ 36A.006 Procedure for Recognition of Foreign-Country Judgment
§ 36A.007 Effect of Recognition of Foreign-Country Judgment
§ 36A.008 Stay of Proceedings Pending Appeal of Foreign-Country Judgment
§ 36A.009 Statute of Limitations
§ 36A.010 Uniformity of Interpretation
§ 36A.011 Saving Clause
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Terms Used In Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 36A - Enforcement of Judgments of Other Countries

  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
  • Counterclaim: A claim that a defendant makes against a plaintiff.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Fraud: Intentional deception resulting in injury to another.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
  • Mortgage: The written agreement pledging property to a creditor as collateral for a loan.
  • Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
  • Venue: The geographical location in which a case is tried.