Tex. Prop. Code Ann. §§ 301.001–301.171 § 301.133
SUBPOENA ENFORCEMENT.
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Sec. 301.133. SUBPOENA ENFORCEMENT. The attorney general, on behalf of the commission or another party at whose request a subpoena is issued under this chapter, may enforce the subpoena in appropriate proceedings in district court. Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 268, Sec. 40, eff. Sept. 1, 1993. SUBCHAPTER H. ENFORCEMENT BY PRIVATE PERSONS
Section 301.133 of the Texas Property Code establishes a mechanism for enforcing subpoenas issued under Chapter 301. When a subpoena is issued—either at the request of the Texas Real Estate Commission or another authorized party—the state's attorney general has the authority to seek enforcement of that subpoena through district court proceedings. This provision ensures that subpoenas issued during investigations or proceedings under this chapter carry legal weight and can be compelled through the courts.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers involved in proceedings under Tex. Prop. Code § 301.133 should be aware that subpoenas issued under Chapter 301 are not merely advisory—they carry the backing of the attorney general's enforcement power in district court. Compliant operators generally respond to lawfully issued subpoenas in a timely and complete manner, preserving records and documentation as required. Familiarity with this enforcement mechanism helps operators understand the seriousness of subpoena compliance in any commission-related investigation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Tex. Prop. Code § 301.133, tenants and other parties who have been granted the right to request a subpoena in a Chapter 301 proceeding may have the attorney general seek enforcement of that subpoena in district court if it is not complied with. This provision can be a meaningful tool in formal proceedings where evidence or testimony is being withheld. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid resources can help individuals understand whether this enforcement pathway is relevant to a proceeding they are involved in.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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