Writ of Possession in Harris County

When a writ of possession can issue

If the tenant hasn't moved out after judgment, a writ of possession can generally issue on the 6th day after judgment or after the appeal deadline, whichever is later. It may be sooner in some cases where a possession bond was posted. A sheriff or constable must serve the writ within 5 business days after it issues; if not, Texas law allows another qualified law-enforcement officer, and we help you arrange it. Serving the writ isn't the same as completing the move-out. The officer gives the required advance warning before returning possession, so we can't promise removal within a set number of days.

Timelines are general information, not legal advice.

Who executes the writ

The writ is served and executed by a sheriff or constable, or another qualified law-enforcement officer when permitted by Texas law, not by True Legal Solutions. We request it, coordinate scheduling and keep you updated. For cases filed on or after January 1, 2026, if the writ isn't served within 5 business days after it issues, Texas law allows another qualified law-enforcement officer, and we help you arrange it.

Serving the writ isn't the same as completing the move-out. The officer gives the required advance warning before returning possession, so we can't promise removal within a set number of days.

What it costs

Our fee is $225 ($175 for property manager accounts), plus the $155 constable fee and a small court issuance fee. Court and constable fees are set by the county and charged at cost.

What isn't included

Lock changes, cleanouts and moving a tenant's belongings are arranged by the landlord. Appeals to county court are not included; we recommend consulting an attorney.

Only a sheriff or constable, or another qualified law-enforcement officer when permitted by Texas law, executing a writ of possession can remove a tenant. Lockouts or utility shutoffs to force a move-out are not allowed.

Federally backed or subsidized properties

For some federally backed or subsidized properties, federal rules require 30 days between the notice and removal. Tell us at intake so we can plan the timeline.