Section 33.027 - Discovery(a) In formal proceedings or in a proceeding before a special court of review, discovery shall be conducted, to the extent practicable, in the manner provided by the rules applicable to civil cases generally.(b) On request, a special master, the commission, or a special court of review shall expedite the discovery in formal proceedings or in a proceeding before a special court of review.(c) The following may not be the subject of a discovery request in formal proceedings or in a proceeding before a special court of review:(1) the discussions, thought processes, or individual votes of members of the commission;(2) the discussions or thought processes of employees of the commission, including special counsel for the commission; or(3) the identity of a complainant or informant if the person requests that the person's identity be kept confidential.Tex. Gov't. Code § 33.027
Amended by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 462, Sec. 11, eff. 6/18/1999. Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 480, Sec. 1, eff. 9/1/1985.