Rule 693a.Bond in Divorce Case
Last verified June 28, 2026
In one sentenceRule 693a lets the court, in its discretion, dispense with the bond otherwise required for an ancillary injunction in a divorce case sought on behalf of one spouse against the other.
Full Text of Rule 693a
In a divorce case the court in its discretion may dispense with the necessity of a bond in connection with an ancillary injunction in behalf of one spouse against the other.
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Plain-English Summary
Rule 693a relaxes the bond requirement in family cases. In a divorce case, the court may, in its discretion, dispense with the necessity of a bond in connection with an ancillary injunction granted on behalf of one spouse against the other — recognizing that the usual security makes little sense between spouses dividing a shared estate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a bond for an injunction in a Texas divorce?
Not necessarily. Rule 693a lets the court dispense with the bond for an ancillary injunction between spouses.
Must a Texas judge waive the injunction bond in a divorce case?
No. Rule 693a leaves the choice to the court's discretion; the judge may still require a bond or waive it.
Does Rule 693a cover an injunction against someone who isn't a spouse?
No. It applies only to an ancillary injunction one spouse seeks against the other in the divorce case, not to injunctions against third parties.
Source & verification. Rule text and the official Notes and Comments are reproduced verbatim from the
Texas Rules of Civil Procedure (Tex. R. Civ. P. 693a), 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. ·
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Also known as: bond in divorce case injunctiondivorce injunction bond waiverspousal injunction bond discretionTRCP 693a