How do I find out if a divorce has been filed in Texas?
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How do I find out if a divorce has been filed in Texas?
Texas marriage and divorce records are available at the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Certified copies of marriage licenses and divorce decrees are available at the office of the county clerk or district clerk where the event took place.
Is it possible to divorce and not know it?
If you have been separated with little or no contact for at least a year, there is a chance your spouse may have completed a divorce without your knowledge. She may have lied about not knowing your location and the court granted the divorce by default when you failed to respond.
What happens if one party won’t sign divorce papers?
Does my spouse have to sign the served papers? No. Your spouse does not have to sign anything. Even if your spouse refuses to sign any documents, the court can grant a divorce order.
How long do you have to appeal a divorce settlement?
Appeals. An appeal of a Family Court decision must be made within 28 days of the order being made. If a party wants to appeal a decision, they must file a Notice to Appeal and a copy of the order accompanied by the filing fee.
