Where to File a Divorce in Dallas County, Texas
Dallas County, Texas, residents may either file their divorce papers at the county court or choose to participate in the state's e-Filing program. In order to divorce in Dallas County District Court, couples must meet the state and county residency requirements. The Dallas County District Clerk provides individuals with information regarding divorce and family law procedures used by the court.
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Filing Restrictions
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Texas limits who can file for divorce in the state and each particular county. According to state law, either spouse must have lived in Texas for at least six months before one of the parties can file for divorce in a Texas court. An individual can only file for divorce in Dallas County if the individual or his spouse has resided in the county for at least 90 days.
Location for Filing
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An individual can file her divorce petition with the Dallas County District Court's civil/family file desk at the George L. Allen, Sr., Courts Building, 600 Commerce Street, Dallas, Texas 75202. The court keeps business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Alternative Filing Method
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While Dallas County residents can file for divorce in person at the local district court, they may also be able to do so online. Dallas County District Court is one of the county court systems participating in the e-Filing initiative provided by the state of Texas. The state e-Filing program is available at the Texas.gov website through the "e-Filing For Courts" program. As the e-Filing program accepts family court filings for both new and ongoing cases, individuals may choose to file for divorce using the program.
Warning
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While the Dallas County District Clerk's office provides general information to the public regarding divorce, the clerk's office cannot give specific legal advice to litigants. Individuals may wish to consult with a lawyer who practices family law in Dallas County for assistance with their divorce filings or if they have questions about their legal rights.
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References
- Texas Young Lawyers Association and State Bar of Texas: Pro Se Divorce Handbook
- Dallas County District Clerk: Civil/Family/Juvenile Locations and Business Hours
- Dallas County District Clerk: E-Filing
- Texas: E-Filing For Courts: Frequently Asked Questions
- Dallas County District Court: Case Filing Information
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