Canyon, TX · Randall County
Discovery Request Form
Defendants use this form to request inspection of evidence in a case and file the written, signed request with the Municipal Court Clerk.
What this form is
This form lets a defendant ask to inspect and review evidence in their case, such as incident reports, witness statements, photographs, videos, or audio. The document says to submit a written, signed motion titled “Motion for Discovery” to the Municipal Court Clerk at least two weeks before trial. It asks for case and contact details and for the specific items the defendant wants to inspect.
Who needs it
A defendant who wants to inspect evidence held by the State for their case can complete and file this request with the Municipal Court Clerk.
How to submit it
Sign the written request and file it with the Municipal Court Clerk at least two weeks before trial. The form does not provide an address, email, portal, or fee.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; it does not mention any notarized or sworn attachment or related step.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Discovery Request Form PDF.
- 2
Complete The Request
Enter your case and contact information, trial date, and the specific items you want to inspect.
- 3
Review Your Request
Check the evidence items requested; the form notes that your case may not include every item.
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Sign And Submit
Sign and date the written request, then file it with the Municipal Court Clerk at least two weeks before trial.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Discovery Request Form ask for?
- It asks for case and contact details, the trial date, and the specific evidence the defendant wants to inspect, such as reports, witness statements, photographs, videos, or audio.
- Who can use this discovery request?
- A defendant can use it to make a written request to inspect and review evidence in their case that is held by the State.
- Do I need a notary for the Discovery Request Form?
- No. The form calls for the defendant’s signature and date, not notarization. It does not mention a notarized or sworn attachment or related step.
- How do I submit the Discovery Request Form?
- Sign the written request and file it with the Municipal Court Clerk at least two weeks before trial. The form does not list a submission address or electronic option.
Need something notarized?
This Discovery Request Form doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.