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.