Texas Court Clerks Association upcoming events

North Regional Regional Training in Wylie (September 24, 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

North Texas Regional Training in Wylie

Thursday, September 24, 2026

This event has a registration limit of 25 participants.

TCCA Member Registration is Open

No registration fee required

Non-Member Registration Opens August 20, 2026

$65 registration fee required

Registration Closes September 14, 2026

Location:

Wylie Municipal Court

200 N. Hwy. 78

Wylie, TX 75908

Agenda: (6 hours education credit)

9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Youth Diversion

Presented by

Melissa Davis (Wylie)

Lunch provided by Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson.

1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Animal Hearings

Presented by

Art Maldonado, Judge (Frisco)

2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Emergency Protective Orders and Bond Conditions

Presented by

Art Maldonado, Judge (Frisco)

Questions?

Please contact:

Lisa Mangham

Wylie Municipal Court

972.429.8081

lisa.mangham@wylietexas.gov

In Person Training: "Building Tomorrow's Leaders & Beyond the Bench - Connecting Ideas, Strengthening Service" (September 25, 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

"Building Tomorrow's Leaders & Beyond the Bench -

Connecting Ideas, Strengthening Service"

hosted by the Gulf Coast Region in Deer Park

Friday, September 25, 2026

This event has a registration limit of 50 participants.

TCCA Member Registration is Open

No registration fee required

Non-Member Registration Opens August 11, 2026

$75 registration fee required

Registration Closes September 15, 2026

Location:

City of Deer Park - City Hall Council Chambers

710 E. San Augustine

Deer Park, TX 77536

Agenda: (4 hours education credit)

9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Building Tomorrow's Leaders

Presented by

Angela Smith, City Secretary (Deer Park)

Breakfast provided by the City of Deer Park

Lunch provided by Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson

11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Beyond the Bench - Connecting Ideas, Strengthening Service

Panelist include:

Pat Riffel, CMCC (Friendswood)

Michelle Combs, Court Administrator (Deer Park)

Questions?

Please contact:

Pat Riffel

Friendswood Municipal Court

281.996.3212

priffel@ci.friendswood.tx.us

"Everything Certification" Virtual Training (September 29, 2026)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:30:00 GMT

"Everything Certification" Virtual Training

hosted by the TCCA Education Committee

Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Member Registration is Open

Non-Member Registration Opens August 25, 2026

non-member fees waived

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Only TCCA Members will Receive Education Credit

Please review TCCA's Policy for Attending Virtual Training Events

Agenda:

2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (1 hour education credit)

Everything Certification

Presented by Pat Riffel, CMCC, CPM, Court Administrator (Friendswood)

Questions?

Please contact:

Pat Riffel

Friendswood Municipal Court

281.996.3212

priffel@friendswood.com

Level I Virtual Prep Session (October 06, 2026)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Level I Virtual Prep Session

Tuesday, October 6, 2026

TCCA Member Registration Opens August 22, 2026

No Registration Fee Required

Non-Member Registration Opens September 1, 2026

$75 Registration Fee Required

Registration Closes September 26, 2026

This event has a registration limit of 35.

Agenda

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (2 hours education credit)

Level I - Part A

Presented by Kay Minnis and Juan Paredes

11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (2 hours education credit)

Level I - Part B

Presented by Kay Minnis and Juan Paredes

1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Lunch break on your own

2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. ( 1 hour education credit)

Level I - Part C

Presented by Kay Minnis and Juan Paredes

Participants may attend one, two or all three parts of this prep session.

Participants will not be allowed credit for attending a prep session for an exam they have already passed and that has not expired.

Please review TCCA's Policy for Attending Virtual Training Events

Effective January 2024, if you register for an event and fail to attend the event, you will be invoiced for a $25 no show fee. If you are unable to attend an event, please cancel your registration at least three days prior to the event.

No Show Fee Policy

Questions?

Please contact:

Stacy Martin

Fredericksburg Municipal Court

830.990.2045

smartin@fbgtx.org

Level II Virtual Prep Session (October 08, 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Level II Virtual Prep Session

Thursday, October 8, 2026

TCCA Member Registration is Open

No Registration Fee Required

Non-Member Registration Opens September 3, 2026

$75 Registration Fee Required

Registration Closes September 28, 2026

Agenda

8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. (2 hours education credit)

Level II - Part A

Presented by Jennifer Hale and Jennifer Huhn

10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (2 hours education credit)

Level II - Part B

Presented by Jennifer Hale and Jennifer Huhn

12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Lunch break on your own

1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (2 hours education credit)

Level II - Part C

Presented by Jennifer Hale and Jennifer Huhn

Participants must be certified at Level I and in good standing to attend a Level II Prep Session.

Participants may attend one, two or all three parts of the session.

Participants will not be allowed credit for attending a prep session for an exam they have already passed and that has not expired.

Please review TCCA's Policy for Attending Virtual Training Events

No Show Fee Policy

Questions?

Please contact:

Stacy Martin

Fredericksburg Municipal Court

830.990.2045

smartin@fbgtx.org

2026 TCCA Annual Conference - DELEGATE REGISTRATION (October 11, 2026)

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

TCCA in proud to host TCCA Conference 54 - SADDLE UP FOR SUCCESS - Together we Ride, October 11- October 14, 2026.

Conference Attendee Fees:

$ 350 TCCA Members *
$ 500 Non-Members *

*Cancellations/Refunds must be requested by August 14, 2026 at 5pm. NO REFUNDS after this date.

Pre-Conference Timeline: (optional)

Sunday Oct. 11 (9a-1p) Certification Testing Available

Sunday Oct. 11 (4p-5p) Delegate Conference Check-In

Sunday Oct. 11 (5p-5:30p) Conference Welcome Event

Conference Timeline:

Monday Oct. 12 (8a-5p)

Tuesday Oct. 13 (8a-5p)

Wednesday Oct. 14 (8a-12p)

Conference Website:

2026 Conference - Announcement

Registration Deadline:

Friday, August 14, 2026 at 5pm

Why Attend?

Join clerks from across the state for an unforgettable experience packed with practical training you can actually use, powerful networking with fellow clerks, and fresh ideas to help you succeed in your role. This isn't just a conference - it's your chance to grow, connect, and ride forward stronger together.

What’s in Store:

Engaging Workshops & Sessions on legal updates, best practices, and technology.
Networking Opportunities to connect with fellow court clerks and experts.
Exclusive Vendor Showcases to discover the latest tools and solutions for court management.
Inspiring Speakers to motivate and equip you for success in your career.

Whether you're new to the profession or a seasoned pro, TCCA Conference 54 will provide valuable insights and a chance to elevate your work to the next level. So dust off your boots, bring your team spirit, and get ready to ride into success with us at Conference 54!

Mark your calendar and stay tuned for registration details—this is one event you don’t want to miss.
Together we ride!

Hotel Details and Reservations:

Embassy Suites by Hilton Round Rock
located at 270 Bass Pro Drive, Round Rock, TX 78665

Rooms are limited. Once the room block is filled, you will need to book a reservation at an area hotel on your own. The hotel link will automatically put in a stay for 5 nights but you will need to edit this stay if you will not be attending prep sessions and testing prior to start of conference.

Total Nights: 3 (Sunday, 10/11, Monday, 10/12, and Tuesday, 10/13)

Room Rate: TCCA Group Rate of $152 USD per night

3 NIGHT - HOTEL RESERVATION LINK

Annual Business Meeting - Virtual (October 13, 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:45:00 GMT

The Texas Court Clerks Association is pleased to offer members the opportunity to attend the 2026 Annual Business Meeting virtually via Zoom, for those unable to attend the conference in person. All members are invited and encouraged to participate.

Please note that attendees of the in-person conference do not need to register for the virtual meeting.

Advanced registration is required. Upon registering, you will receive an email with details on how to join the meeting.

Hours of Education Credit: 2 Hours

Who: TCCA Members (please check "Membership Levels" for eligibility to attend)

What: TCCA 2026 Annual Business Meeting

When: Tuesday, October 13, 2025 at 1:45 pm

Where: via ZOOM (Pre-registration required to receive link)

Registration Closes October 4, 2026

The Agenda and Reports link will be in reminder emails sent closer to the event date. Attendees should review all reports BEFORE the Meeting and send inquiries or questions via email before the meeting for efficiency. Only report summaries and highlights will be presented.

Send inquiries/questions about reports to texascourtclerks@yahoo.com, specifying the report in the subject line and clearly stating your question or inquiry for discussion during the webinar.

Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Texas Courts - Virtual Training hosted by Freedom Trail Region (October 23, 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Texas Courts

hosted by the Freedom Trail Region

Virtual Training

Friday, October 23, 2026

Member Registration is Open

No registration fee required

Non-Member Registration Opens September 18, 2026

$75 registration fee required

Registration Closes October 13, 2026

All topics will be offered at both sessions. Registrants may register to attend only ONE session. You may choose to attend the morning OR afternoon session. You MAY NOT register for both sessions. If you register for both sessions, your second registration will be automatically cancelled.

Agenda: (2 hours education credit)

Morning Session: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Opportunities, Risks, Hallucinations, and Responsible Court Innovation

Presented by Andrea Goff Fontanes

Court Administrator, Boerne Municipal Court

Afternoon Session: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Opportunities, Risks, Hallucinations, and Responsible Court Innovation

Presented by Andrea Goff Fontanes

Court Administrator, Boerne Municipal Court

Questions?

Please contact:

Andrea Goff Fontanes

Boerne Municipal Court

830.816.7328

afontanes@boerne-tx.gov

The Recipe for Harmony: Customer Service and Boundaries - Virtual Training hosted by Northeast Texas Region (November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The Recipe for Harmony: Customer Service and Boundaries

Virtual Training Opportunity

Sponsored by the Northeast Texas Region

Thursday, November 19, 2026

Member Registration is Open

No registration fee required

Non-Member Registration Opens October 15, 2026

$65 registration fee required

Registration Closes November 9, 2026

Agenda: (2 hours education credit)

9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Handling Hot Potatoes and Hangry Defendants

Presented by Kirby Hewett CMCC (Longview)

10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Knowing What's on the Menu

Presented by Pat Riffel CMCC CPM (Friendswood)

Questions?

Please contact:

Kirby Hewett

Longview Municipal Court

903.237.2778

khewett@longviewtexas.org

Don't Get Your Tinsel in a Tangle: Dealing with Holiday Stress & Gulf Coast Region Holiday Celebration (December 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Don't Get Your Tinsel in a Tangle: Dealing with Holiday Stress

and Gulf Coast Region Holiday Celebration