Court Reporters Certification
Application Processing
Applications are processed as soon as possible, in the order of which they are received. Due to the volume of applications received, processing times can vary.
Please do not contact the Commission to check the status of your application. Instead, use our Online Licensing System (ALiS). There you can confirm receipt, status, and progress of your application by referring to the View Pending Online Applications page of your online profiles.
You will also be sent automated email confirmation of successful application submission, and when your application is approved.
Contacting the Court Reporter Certification Department
Email is the best way to contact the JBCC, as we are unable to accommodate walk-in Customers. Staff can schedule appointments for virtual calls/Zoom meetings for further assistance.
- By Email: courtreporting@txcourts.gov
In your email, please include your name and contact information and a subject line that identifies the topic of the email (example “Application Transaction #12345”).
Attach any documents that are needed, but please do not submit documents by way of external links to a cloud service such as OneDrive or Google Drive.
- By Telephone: 512-475-4368, Opt. 3.
If you leave a message, please provide details including the transaction number you are inquiring about, your full name, and your callback number.
JBCC Online Certification, Registration & Licensing System
Using our online system, called ALiS, you are able apply for and renew licenses, certificates, and registrations, pay related fees, apply for CE approval, see a list of CE cases, and check the status of your applications. Members of the public can search for individuals or entities who are certified, licensed, or registered with the JBCC.
How do I...
- Use the Online Licensing System (ALiS)
Please see the Guide to Using the Online System (pdf) & Online System FAQs - Obtain or update my login credentials
Go to ALiS, using the red button below, and click "Forgot Login/Password"
Email the licensing specialist at processservers@txcourts.gov if you need further assistance. - Update my profile contact information
Login to your online profile and click the Update Profile menu option.
Access the JBCC Certification, Registration & Licensing System
Online System Resources
- Watch How to Apply for Renewal- Slideshow (pdf)
- Watch How to Apply for CE Approval Online-Slideshow (pdf)
When submitting applications associated with fees, you will be charged a transaction fee based on the amount of the fee that is due.
Course Providers and licensees must have a user profile to use the online system; members of the public do not need a user profile.
Updated: 07/31/2025