The situation in eviction courts across Harris County has reached a breaking point, with tenants, landlords and judges struggling to keep up with an overwhelming number of cases.
On Tuesday, Pct. 5 Place 1 Justice of the Peace Court saw a staggering 759 eviction cases scheduled for the day—a sharp increase that is pushing the limits of the court system and leaving many tenants in precarious situations.
For tenants like those seen waiting outside the courthouse, the experience is one of uncertainty and frustration…