Rule 607.Report of Disposition of Property

Last verified June 28, 2026

In one sentenceRule 607 requires the officer holding attached property to make a prompt written, signed report when the property is claimed, replevied, sold, or otherwise disposed of after the writ has been returned.

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When the property levied on is claimed, replevied or sold, or otherwise disposed of after the writ has been returned, the officer having the custody of the same shall immediately make a report in writing, signed by him officially, to the clerk, or justice of the peace, as the case may be, showing such disposition of the property. Such report shall be filed among the papers of the cause.

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Plain-English Summary

Rule 607 keeps the record current after the return. When attached property is claimed, replevied, sold, or otherwise disposed of after the writ has been returned, the officer having custody must immediately make a written report, signed officially, describing the disposition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when attached property is disposed of after the writ is returned in Texas?

The officer must file a prompt written report of the disposition (Rule 607).

Why is a separate report needed after the writ has already been returned?

Because property can be claimed, replevied, sold, or otherwise disposed of after the return is filed. Rule 607 keeps the case record current by requiring the officer to report that later disposition too.

How quickly must the officer file this report?

Immediately — as soon as the property is claimed, replevied, sold, or otherwise disposed of, the officer must file a signed written report with the clerk or justice of the peace.

Source & verification. Rule text and the official Notes and Comments are reproduced verbatim from the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure (Tex. R. Civ. P. 607), published by the Texas Judicial Branch (txcourts.gov). Promulgated by the Supreme Court of Texas. The plain-English summary is original and draws on official sources. Last verified June 28, 2026. · Official source

Also known as: report of disposition of propertypost-return disposition reportattachment property dispositionofficer's report after writ returnedTRCP 607