Texas Demand Letter
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Texas Legal Requirements
Key TX statutes and obligations that apply to your demand letter.
Requirements
- No statutory form required in Texas
- Recommended for small claims (under $20,000 for individuals in Justice Court)
- Collections: must comply with Texas Debt Collection Act (Finance Code § 392)
- 30-day demand required before filing suit on a dishonored check (Business & Commerce Code § 3.506)
- Notice to cure required before seeking attorney fees in some contract disputes
Restrictions & Limits
- Cannot threaten criminal prosecution to collect a civil debt
- Cannot misrepresent the amount owed or legal status
- Texas Finance Code § 392.304 prohibits false or misleading representations in debt collection
Official Statute References
Primary Texas statutes governing this document type.
Texas Demand Letter FAQ
Common questions about demand letters under Texas law.
What is the Texas small claims limit?
Texas Justice Courts (small claims) handle cases up to $20,000. For amounts over $20,000 up to $250,000, file in County Court at Law. Cases over $250,000 go to District Court.
How do I collect attorney fees in a Texas demand letter?
Texas allows attorney fee recovery in certain cases (breach of contract, DTPA violations) if you win. To preserve this right, your demand letter should specifically request payment of attorney fees and cite the statutory basis.
Does a Texas demand letter stop the statute of limitations?
No. Sending a demand letter does not toll the statute of limitations. The 4-year limitation for written contracts continues to run. If you're approaching the deadline, file suit first and negotiate settlement simultaneously.
What Texas statute governs debt collection demand letters?
The Texas Debt Collection Act (Finance Code Chapter 392) regulates third-party debt collectors and creditors. It prohibits harassment, false representations, and unfair practices — similar to the federal FDCPA but with some Texas-specific provisions.
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