All motions must comply with Rules 9 and 10 of the Texas Rules of Appellate Procedure and this rule.
A. Number of Copies. If a motion is not electronically filed, the original and one copy of every motion must be filed with the clerk.B. Signatures and Certificates. In both civil and criminal cases, all motions must contain a signature, a certificate of service, and, except motions for rehearing, a certificate of conference stating substantially one of the following: (1) A conference was held on [date] with the opposing party on the merits of this motion, and the opposing party [does][does not] oppose the motion.(2) The following diligent attempts were made to confer with the opposing party [list attempts], but a conference was not held because [provide explanation].C. Motions for Extension of Time in Criminal Cases. In addition to complying with Rule 10 of the Texas Rules of Appellate Procedure, all motions for extension of time in criminal cases must state whether the defendant is incarcerated.D. Motions for Rehearing and En Banc Reconsideration. A motion for rehearing and a motion for en banc reconsideration must include a copy of the opinion and judgment of the court of appeals.Tex. 2nd. Ct. App. L. R. 3