In re James Morgan

Summary

The Tenth Court of Appeals of Texas dismissed James Morgan’s pro se petition for writ of mandamus. The court held that it lacked original jurisdiction to issue mandamus against the Ellis County Sheriff’s Office or unnamed county officials, because its statutory original jurisdiction is limited to certain judges.

Holdings

1. The Court of Appeals lacks original jurisdiction to issue a writ of mandamus against a sheriff or county officials; its original mandamus jurisdiction extends only to specified judges within the district.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the Court of Appeals has original jurisdiction to issue a writ of mandamus against a sheriff or county officials.

Disposition

dismissed