Bryan Texas Dissolution Of Marriage
Bryan dissolution of marriage records are held by the Brazos County District Clerk in downtown Bryan. Bryan is the county seat of Brazos County, located in East Central Texas and part of the Bryan-College Station metro area. The District Clerk manages all divorce filings and case records for the county. If you need to search for a dissolution case, file for divorce, or get certified copies of a decree, the Brazos County courthouse at 26th Street is your starting point.
Bryan Overview
Brazos County District Clerk in Bryan
Bryan is the county seat of Brazos County. The District Clerk's office is located in Bryan at the Brazos County Courthouse. This is where all dissolution of marriage cases for Brazos County are filed. Both Bryan and nearby College Station residents file in Bryan since it's the county seat.
The District Clerk's staff can search for cases, pull files, and make copies on request. Certified copies cost more than plain copies. Bring a valid photo ID when you visit. If you have questions about what to bring or how to submit a request, call (979) 361-4230 before your visit.
| Office | Brazos County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 300 E. 26th St., Suite 1430 Bryan, TX 77803 |
| Phone | (979) 361-4230 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | brazoscountytx.gov |
The courthouse at 300 E. 26th Street is the hub for all county court activity in Brazos County. Parking is available near the building. Security screening is required at the entrance. The District Clerk's suite is on the 14th floor.
Searching Bryan Dissolution Records
Brazos County participates in the statewide re:SearchTX portal. This system lets you search for dissolution cases using a party name or cause number. After creating a free account, you can see case status, docket entries, and party names for Bryan and College Station cases. Some documents are viewable online. Older pre-digital records may not appear in the portal.
For certified copies or to view the full file, contact the District Clerk by phone at (979) 361-4230 or go in person to Suite 1430 at the Bryan courthouse. Bring the full names of both parties and an approximate filing year. A case number helps if you have it. Mail requests are accepted with a check or money order for fees and a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Note that College Station residents also use this same office since College Station is in Brazos County. The courthouse is in Bryan, not College Station.
Filing for Dissolution of Marriage in Bryan
Bryan residents file for dissolution of marriage at the Brazos County District Court under Texas Family Code Chapter 6. The filing starts at the District Clerk's office in Bryan. You submit the Original Petition for Divorce and Civil Case Information Sheet and pay the filing fee.
Before filing, one spouse must have lived in Texas for six months and in Brazos County for at least 90 days. This requirement comes from Texas Family Code Section 6.301. Most long-time Bryan residents easily meet this requirement. If you recently moved to the area, double-check the 90-day county rule before filing.
Texas uses a no-fault divorce ground called "insupportability" under Texas Family Code Section 6.001. You don't have to show your spouse did anything wrong. Fault grounds like cruelty, adultery, and felony conviction are also available for situations where fault is relevant. After filing, Texas law requires a 60-day waiting period under Texas Family Code Section 6.702 before the final decree can be signed by the judge.
Agreed cases where both spouses sign the decree can be finalized right after the 60-day period. Contested cases may take longer and may require mediation or a trial. Brazos County courts handle a high volume of family law cases because of the Bryan-College Station population.
If children are involved in your case, Brazos County courts may require a parenting class and a parenting plan as part of the final decree. Ask the District Clerk about local requirements when you file.
Brazos County Dissolution Fees
Brazos County filing fees for dissolution of marriage are in the $300 to $350 range without children and slightly higher with children. Call (979) 361-4230 to confirm current amounts since fees can change. Payment is typically accepted by cash, check, or money order at the courthouse window.
Copy fees: $1.00 per page for plain copies, $1.00 per page plus $5.00 certification for certified copies. If fees are a hardship, ask about the Statement of Inability to Afford Payment under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 145. That form is available at txcourts.gov/forms or at the courthouse.
Online Access to Brazos County Cases
Brazos County is part of the re:SearchTX statewide portal. After registering, you can search for dissolution cases in Bryan and College Station. The system shows real-time case status, party names, and docket activity. Case alerts let you track a specific case for free.
Electronic filing through eFile Texas is available for attorneys and self-represented parties. The same login works for both eFile Texas and re:SearchTX. File-marked copies are returned by email once the clerk accepts your submission.
Texas Vital Statistics Divorce Verification
The Texas DSHS Vital Statistics section keeps a statewide divorce index from 1968 to present. The fee for a search is $20. DSHS issues a verification letter confirming whether a divorce appears in the index. This is not a certified copy of the decree.
Order a verification at Texas.gov or by mail. For a certified copy of the Final Decree of Divorce, contact the Brazos County District Clerk in Bryan at (979) 361-4230.
Legal Aid and Self-Help in Bryan
Legal Aid of Central Texas covers Brazos County and provides free family law help to qualifying residents. Call (800) 777-8561 or go to lawcentral.org to see if you qualify. The Brazos County Bar Association can also provide referrals to local family law attorneys.
TexasLawHelp.org has free guides, forms, and live chat help for self-represented litigants. Texas Court Help has video guides in English and Spanish. Official court forms including the divorce petition and decree are at txcourts.gov. State Bar of Texas referral: (800) 252-9690.
About Bryan
The City of Bryan provides residents with city services through its official website, including utilities, permits, and local programs.
City offices in Bryan handle municipal matters. Dissolution of marriage records are held by the Brazos County District Clerk at Suite 1430 in the Bryan courthouse.
The Brazos County official website has contact info for the District Clerk and information on court services for Bryan and College Station residents.
The county site also has fee schedules, links to online case search resources, and contact information for family law self-help.
Nearby Cities
Other qualifying cities near Bryan with dissolution of marriage pages include:
- College Station (Brazos County)
- Waco (McLennan County)
- Temple (Bell County)
- Round Rock (Williamson County)
Brazos County Dissolution Records
Bryan is the county seat of Brazos County. Dissolution of marriage filings for Bryan and College Station go through the Brazos County District Court. For more on record access and county court resources, visit the Brazos County dissolution page.