Texas Rules of Evidence

Texas Rules of Evidence

Article IV. Relevance and its Limits

Effective July 2, 2026 · 12 rules

  1. Rule 401 Test for Relevant Evidence
  2. Rule 402 General Admissibility of Relevant Evidence
  3. Rule 403 Excluding Relevant Evidence for Prejudice, Confusion, or Other Reasons
  4. Rule 404 Character Evidence; Crimes or Other Acts
  5. Rule 405 Methods of Proving Character
  6. Rule 406 Habit; Routine Practice
  7. Rule 407 Subsequent Remedial Measures; Notification of Defect
  8. Rule 408 Compromise Offers and Negotiations
  9. Rule 409 Offers to Pay Medical and Similar Expenses
  10. Rule 410 Pleas, Plea Discussions, and Related Statements
  11. Rule 411 Liability Insurance
  12. Rule 412 Evidence of Previous Sexual Conduct in Criminal Cases