Texas Rules of Evidence

Article VI · Witnesses

Rule 602. Need for Personal Knowledge

Effective July 2, 2026

Cite: Tex. R. Evid. 602

A witness may testify to a matter only if evidence is introduced sufficient to support a finding that the witness has personal knowledge of the matter. Evidence to prove personal knowledge may consist of the witness’s own testimony. This rule does not apply to a witness’s expert testimony under Rule 703.