Texas Rules of Evidence

Article VIII · Hearsay

Rule 802. The Rule Against Hearsay

Effective July 2, 2026

Cite: Tex. R. Evid. 802

Hearsay is not admissible unless any of the following provides otherwise:

• a statute; • these rules; or

• other rules prescribed under statutory authority.

Inadmissible hearsay admitted without objection may not be denied probative value merely because it is hearsay.