Rule 722.Return of Original Writ
Last verified June 28, 2026
In one sentenceRule 722 requires the officer who takes a claimant's bond to endorse on the original writ, if in the officer's possession, that the claim has been made and the bond given, and return the writ accordingly.
Full Text of Rule 722
The officer taking such bond shall also endorse on the original writ, if in his possession, that such claim has been made and application and bond given, stating by whom, the names of the surety or sureties, and to what justice or court the bond has been returned; and he shall forthwith return such original writ to the tribunal from which it issued.
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Plain-English Summary
Rule 722 keeps the record straight. The officer taking the claimant's bond must also endorse on the original writ, if it is in the officer's possession, that the claim has been made and the bond given, and return the writ to the court — noting that the levied property has been claimed by a third party.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the officer note on the writ when property is claimed in Texas?
That the claim was made and the bond given (Rule 722).
What details go on the writ under Rule 722?
Who made the claim, the names of the sureties, and which court or justice the bond was returned to.
Where does the original writ go after the endorsement under Rule 722?
Back to the court or justice of the peace that issued it.
Source & verification. Rule text and the official Notes and Comments are reproduced verbatim from the
Texas Rules of Civil Procedure (Tex. R. Civ. P. 722), 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: return of original writ trial of right of propertyofficer endorses original writ claimreturning writ to issuing courtrecording property claim on writTRCP 722