Dissolution of Marriage Records in Kimble County

Kimble County dissolution of marriage records are on file at the District Clerk's office in Junction. If you need to find a divorce case, pull filed documents, or request a certified copy of a Final Decree, the District Clerk in Junction is the right contact. Kimble County is a rural Hill Country county in central Texas, and its court records go back to 1858. The clerk's office handles all family law filings for residents throughout the county.

Kimble County District Clerk

The Kimble County District Clerk's office is at 501 Main St. in Junction. The office maintains all dissolution of marriage records for the county and is the place to go for case searches, document copies, and filing a new petition. Staff are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. It is worth calling ahead before your visit if you are traveling from outside the area.

Kimble County is situated where the North and South Llano Rivers meet, in the Edwards Plateau region of central Texas. The county is small and rural, but the court system follows the same Texas Family Code rules that apply across the state. Residents in Junction and surrounding areas who need to file a dissolution case do so here with the local District Clerk.

The Kimble County official website provides contact information for the District Clerk and other county offices, along with general information about county services.

This screenshot shows the Kimble County official site, your starting point for finding court contact details and dissolution of marriage filing information in Junction.

Searching Kimble County Dissolution Records

The statewide re:SearchTX portal is a good starting point for searching dissolution records in Kimble County. The system lets you search by party name or cause number. If the record is not in the online system or you need actual document copies, call the District Clerk at (325) 446-2600 or visit the courthouse in Junction.

When you go in person, bring the full name of at least one party or the cause number if you have it. Staff can search the records system and provide plain or certified copies of case documents. Certified copies of the Final Decree of Divorce are what most people need for official purposes. They cost more than plain copies because of the certification charge. The clerk can tell you the exact cost when you call.

If you are not sure where the divorce was filed, the Texas DSHS Vital Statistics office has a statewide index of divorces from 1968 onward. A $20 verification letter can confirm that a record exists and identify the county where it was filed.

How to File for Dissolution of Marriage in Kimble County

To file a dissolution of marriage case in Kimble County, you or your spouse must have lived in Texas for six months and in Kimble County for at least 90 days before filing, as required by Texas Family Code Section 6.301. Once those conditions are met, you file your Original Petition for Divorce with the District Clerk in Junction.

No-fault divorce is available under Section 6.001 on the ground of insupportability. You do not need to prove wrongdoing by either party. Fault grounds such as cruelty, adultery, abandonment, felony conviction, or three years of separation are also available if they apply to your case.

Texas law requires a 60-day waiting period after you file, under Section 6.702. The judge cannot finalize the divorce before those 60 days pass. The exception is when family violence is involved. After the waiting period, an uncontested case can be wrapped up at a short hearing. Contested cases may go through mediation or trial.

Community property rules govern division of marital assets. Under Texas Family Code Chapter 7, the court splits marital property in a just and right way. Separate property, including pre-marital assets and gifts or inheritances, stays with the spouse who owns it. If children are part of the case, the court also enters orders on conservatorship and support under Texas Family Code Chapter 153.

What Kimble County Dissolution Records Contain

The dissolution case file at the Kimble County District Clerk holds all documents filed in the case. The Original Petition starts the record. The file then includes the citation, any temporary orders, financial disclosures, and settlement agreements. The signed Final Decree of Divorce is the last and most important document in the file.

The Final Decree states when the marriage is dissolved, how community property and debts are divided, and sets any terms for children. Certified copies of the decree are needed for name changes, beneficiary updates, and official proof of divorce. Most dissolution records are public. Some sealed financial documents and records related to minor children may be restricted.

Filing Fees in Kimble County

Kimble County charges filing fees for dissolution cases. These include a base fee plus state-mandated charges. Call the District Clerk at (325) 446-2600 to get the current fee schedule before you file. If you cannot afford court costs, you may request a waiver by filing a Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs. The form is available at the courthouse or at txcourts.gov/forms. The court reviews your financial situation and decides whether to grant the waiver.

Legal Help in Kimble County

Lone Star Legal Aid serves the Hill Country and provides free or low-cost legal assistance to eligible residents, including help with dissolution cases. Visit lonestarlegal.org for details. For self-help filers, texaslawhelp.org has guides and approved court forms. The Texas State Law Library offers free legal research tools. To find a licensed attorney near Junction, use the State Bar of Texas referral service at texasbar.com or call (800) 252-9690.

Cities in Kimble County

Kimble County is a rural county with Junction as its only incorporated city. All dissolution of marriage cases for Kimble County residents are filed with the District Court in Junction.

Nearby Counties

Kimble County is in the Texas Hill Country, bordered by several other central Texas counties. File where you have lived for the past 90 days.