Tex. R. Civ. P. 504.2

(a) Drawing Jury and Oath. If no method of electronic draw has been implemented, the judge

must write the names of all prospective jurors present on separate slips of paper as nearly

alike as may be, place them in a box, mix them well, and then draw the names one by one

from the box. The judge must list the names drawn and deliver a copy to each of the

parties or their attorneys.

(b) Oath. After the draw, the judge must swear the panel as follows: “You solemnly swear

or affirm that you will give true and correct answers to all questions asked of you

concerning your qualifications as a juror.”

(c) Questioning the Jury. The judge, the parties, or their attorneys will be allowed to question

jurors as to their ability to serve impartially in the trial but may not ask the jurors how they

will rule in the case. The judge will have discretion to allow or disallow specific questions

and determine the amount of time each side will have for this process.

(d) Challenge for Cause. A party may challenge any juror for cause. A challenge for cause

is an objection made to a juror alleging some fact, such as a bias or prejudice, that

disqualifies the juror from serving in the case or that renders the juror unfit to sit on the

jury. The challenge must be made during jury questioning. The party must explain to

the judge why the juror should be excluded from the jury. The judge must evaluate the

questions and answers given and either grant or deny the challenge. When a challenge for

cause has been sustained, the juror must be excused.

(e) Challenges Not for Cause. After the judge determines any challenges for cause, each

party may select up to 3 jurors to excuse for any reason or no reason at all. But no

prospective juror may be excused for membership in a constitutionally protected class.

(f) The Jury. After all challenges, the first 6 prospective jurors remaining on the list

constitute the jury to try the case.

(g) If Jury Is Incomplete. If challenges reduce the number of prospective jurors below 6, the

judge may direct the sheriff, constable, or clerk to summon others and allow them to be

questioned and challenged by the parties as before, until at least 6 remain.

(h) Jury Sworn. When the jury has been selected, the judge must require them to take

substantially the following oath: “You solemnly swear or affirm that you will render a true

verdict according to the law and the evidence presented.”