Search Jim Wells County Dissolution Of Marriage Records

Jim Wells County dissolution of marriage records are maintained at the District Clerk's office in Alice. The clerk handles all dissolution case filings for county residents and keeps records going back to 1911. You can look up cases in person at the Alice courthouse, search online through the re:SearchTX portal, or submit a written mail request. Alice is the county seat and the only city of significant size in Jim Wells County. All dissolution filings for county residents, including those in Alice, go through the District Clerk on North Almond Street.

Jim Wells County District Clerk

The District Clerk's office in Alice is the official keeper of dissolution of marriage records for Jim Wells County. The office is on North Almond Street and is open Monday through Friday. Staff handle in-person requests, case searches by name or cause number, and copy requests. All dissolution documents from the original petition through the signed final decree are stored here and available for public review.

Jim Wells County is in South Texas, in the Coastal Plains region between Corpus Christi and Laredo. Alice is the county seat and main population center. The 79th Judicial District Court handles family law matters for the county. Jim Wells County has a bilingual population, and the courthouse in Alice typically has Spanish-speaking staff available to assist with records requests.

The Jim Wells County official website at co.jim-wells.tx.us has county office contact details. Check there for any updates before visiting the District Clerk.

The screenshot below shows the Jim Wells County official website, which lists county offices and contact details for the District Clerk in Alice.

Visit the Jim Wells County official website for contact information for the District Clerk that handles dissolution of marriage records in Alice.

The county website is the best source for current hours and contact details before visiting the Jim Wells County District Clerk in Alice.

How to Find Jim Wells County Dissolution Records

Jim Wells County dissolution records can be accessed in person, by mail, or online through re:SearchTX. In-person visits are best for certified copies. Online access is good for basic case lookups. Mail works when you cannot travel to Alice.

For in-person access, visit 200 N. Almond St. in Alice. Give the clerk the names of both parties and an approximate filing year. Staff can search by name and provide cause numbers and case details. Bring a photo ID for copy requests. Certified copies are $1 per page plus $5 per certification.

The re:SearchTX portal covers Jim Wells County dissolution cases. Search by party name or cause number for free. Document downloads may require a fee. Mail requests go to P.O. Box 1419, Alice, TX 78333.

re:SearchTX Online Case Access

The re:SearchTX portal is the official Texas court records search system. Jim Wells County dissolution cases are included. Search by name or cause number for free. The system shows case status, filing dates, and party information. It is managed by the Texas Office of Court Administration.

Attorneys must use eFile Texas for new civil filings in Jim Wells County. Self-represented parties may also use the e-filing system. For local requirements, call the District Clerk at (361) 668-5717.

The screenshot below shows the Texas courts forms page, which is the source for official dissolution petition forms valid in Jim Wells County and all Texas courts.

Download official dissolution of marriage forms from the Texas courts forms page, which provides all standard filings valid for use in Jim Wells County District Court.

Official forms from the Texas courts website are required for dissolution filings in Jim Wells County and do not need any county-specific modifications.

Texas DSHS Vital Statistics

Texas DSHS Vital Statistics maintains a statewide dissolution index. Jim Wells County filings are included. If you need to verify a dissolution occurred in Texas and find the county of filing, DSHS records can help. The index is separate from the court file and does not include case terms.

Order a dissolution verification at DSHS Vital Statistics or online at ovra.txapps.texas.gov. For the certified decree and case documents, contact the Jim Wells County District Clerk in Alice.

Filing Dissolution of Marriage in Jim Wells County

To file for dissolution in Jim Wells County, meet Texas residency requirements under Texas Family Code Chapter 6. One spouse must have lived in Texas for six months and in Jim Wells County for 90 days. File at the District Clerk's office on North Almond Street in Alice.

A 60-day waiting period is required under Texas Family Code Section 6.702 before the court can grant the dissolution. Uncontested cases can move quickly once the waiting period passes and both parties agree on all terms. The judge signs the Final Decree of Divorce, which the clerk records as the official case close. Property is divided under Texas community property rules in Texas Family Code Chapter 7.

Self-help forms and guides are at txcourts.gov, TexasLawHelp.org, and Texas Court Help. Fee waivers are available for those who cannot pay the filing cost.

Legal Resources for Jim Wells County

Jim Wells County residents can access legal help through Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, which serves South Texas. The State Bar of Texas referral service at (800) 252-9690 can connect you with family law attorneys in Alice or the surrounding area. Online self-help resources at TexasLawHelp.org are available in English and Spanish. The Texas State Law Library at sll.texas.gov offers free online legal research tools.

Cities in Jim Wells County

Jim Wells County includes Alice and several smaller communities. Alice is the county seat with a population around 19,000. All dissolution of marriage cases for county residents are filed at the District Clerk in Alice.

Other communities include Orange Grove, Premont, and Ben Bolt. All residents file dissolution cases at the Jim Wells County District Clerk on North Almond Street in Alice.

Nearby Counties

Jim Wells County is in South Texas. These counties border or are near it. File in the county where you have lived for 90 days before your filing date.