Part 5 · Extraordinary Writs and Mandamus

Rule 78.1. Types of Judgment

Amended January 1, 2026 (current)

(a) The Court of Criminal Appeals may: affirm the lower court’s judgment in whole or in part;

(b) modify the lower court’s judgment and affirm it as modified;

(c) reverse the court’s judgment in whole or in part and render the judgment that the lower court should have rendered;

(d) reverse the lower court’s judgment and remand the case for further proceedings;

(e) vacate the judgments of the lower courts and dismiss the case;

(f) vacate the lower court’s judgment and remand the case for further proceedings in light of changes in the law; or

(g) dismiss the appeal.