Tex. R. App. P. 4.4

As amended through April 30, 2024
Rule 4.4 - Periods Affected When Process Served by Publication

If process was served by publication and if a motion for new trial was filed under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 329 more than 30 days after the judgment was signed, a period that, under these rules, runs from the date when the judgment is signed will be computed as if the judgment were signed on the date when the motion for new trial was filed.

Tex. R. App. P. 4.4