Carson v. Serrano

Arthur X. Carson, an inmate, appeals the dismissal of his lawsuit against A. Serrano and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division, alleging "extrinsic fraud under the auspice of a judgment." The trial court dismissed Carsons suit, alleging want of prosecution. On appeal, Carson raises three issues: (1) whether the trial court was without jurisdiction to dismiss the case, (2) whether the trial court abused its discretion in failing to conduct a hearing on the motion for reinstatement, and (3) whether Chapter 14 filing fees apply to Carsons suit, which he styled "PETITION FOR BILL OF REVIEW."