La Salle County Dissolution Of Marriage Records
La Salle County dissolution of marriage records are maintained at the District Clerk's office in Cotulla. La Salle County is a South Texas county along the I-35 corridor between San Antonio and Laredo. The District Clerk handles all dissolution filings for county residents and keeps records going back to 1880. You can search for cases in person at the Cotulla courthouse, use the statewide re:SearchTX portal for online lookups, or submit a written request by mail to the clerk's office.
La Salle County Overview
La Salle County District Clerk
The District Clerk in Cotulla maintains all dissolution of marriage records for La Salle County. The office is at 101 Courthouse Square in Cotulla. Staff handle records searches, copy requests, and filing intake. All dissolution documents from the original petition through the signed final decree are stored here. Because La Salle County has a modest population, the clerk's office typically handles requests on a personal basis.
La Salle County is along the Eagle Ford Shale energy corridor in South Texas. Cotulla is the county seat and the main population center. The 49th Judicial District handles family law matters for the county. The county has seen population fluctuations due to energy industry activity, but dissolution filings are handled by the same District Clerk regardless of industry cycles.
| Office | La Salle County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 101 Courthouse Square Cotulla, TX 78014 |
| Mailing | P.O. Box 157, Cotulla, TX 78014 |
| Phone | (830) 879-4432 |
| Fax | (830) 879-2543 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
The La Salle County official website at co.la-salle.tx.us has county office contact details. Check there for updates before visiting.
The screenshot below shows the La Salle County official website, which provides contact information for county offices including the District Clerk in Cotulla.
Visit the La Salle County official website for contact details for the District Clerk that handles all dissolution of marriage records in Cotulla.
The county website is the best source for current contact details and hours before visiting the La Salle County District Clerk in Cotulla.
How to Find La Salle County Dissolution Records
La Salle County dissolution records can be accessed in person at the Cotulla courthouse, by mail, or online through re:SearchTX. In-person is best for certified copies. Online is fastest for basic lookups. Mail works when you cannot visit Cotulla.
For in-person access, visit 101 Courthouse Square in Cotulla. Bring 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. Certified copies are $1 per page plus $5 per certification.
The re:SearchTX portal covers La Salle County dissolution cases. Search by name or cause number for free. Mail requests go to P.O. Box 157, Cotulla, TX 78014. Include party names, filing year, and payment for any copy fees.
re:SearchTX Online Access
The re:SearchTX portal is the official Texas statewide court records search system. La Salle County dissolution cases are included. Search by party name or cause number. The system shows case status, filing dates, and party information. It is the best online tool for looking up La Salle County cases without traveling to Cotulla.
New dissolution filings by attorneys in La Salle County go through eFile Texas. Self-represented parties can also use the system. For local requirements, call the District Clerk at (830) 879-4432.
The screenshot below shows the Texas eFile portal used for submitting dissolution of marriage cases in La Salle County and statewide.
Visit eFile Texas to electronically file dissolution of marriage petitions in La Salle County District Court or to check case submission requirements.
eFile Texas is the required submission method for attorney-filed dissolution cases in La Salle County and across all Texas courts.
DSHS Vital Statistics Records
Texas DSHS Vital Statistics keeps a statewide dissolution index that includes La Salle County cases. The index is useful for verifying a dissolution occurred and finding the county of filing. Order a verification at DSHS Vital Statistics or online at ovra.txapps.texas.gov. For the certified decree, contact the La Salle County District Clerk in Cotulla.
Filing Dissolution of Marriage in La Salle County
To file for dissolution in La Salle County, meet Texas residency requirements under Texas Family Code Chapter 6. One spouse must have lived in Texas for six months and in La Salle County for 90 days. File at the District Clerk's office at 101 Courthouse Square in Cotulla.
Texas requires a 60-day waiting period after filing under Texas Family Code Section 6.702. Uncontested cases can proceed quickly once the waiting period passes. The judge signs the Final Decree of Divorce, and the clerk records it. Property division follows Texas community property rules under Texas Family Code Chapter 7. For self-help forms and guides, visit txcourts.gov and TexasLawHelp.org. Fee waivers are available for those who cannot afford the filing fee.
Legal Resources for La Salle County
La Salle County residents can access legal help through Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, which serves South Texas. The State Bar of Texas referral line at (800) 252-9690 connects you with family law attorneys. Self-help resources at TexasLawHelp.org and Texas Court Help have guides in English and Spanish. The Texas State Law Library at sll.texas.gov has free online research tools accessible statewide.
Cities in La Salle County
La Salle County includes Cotulla and a few smaller communities. Cotulla is the county seat along I-35. All dissolution filings for county residents go through the District Clerk in Cotulla.
Nearby Counties
La Salle County is in South Texas along I-35. These counties border or are near it. File in the county where you have lived for 90 days before your filing date.