Randall County Dissolution Of Marriage

Dissolution of marriage records in Randall County are maintained by the District Clerk in Canyon. This office holds all divorce and dissolution filings for residents of Randall County, including cases going back to 1889 when the county was formed. You can search records in person using public access terminals at the courthouse, or contact the clerk by phone or mail. Randall County is located in the Texas Panhandle just south of Amarillo, and many residents also use the statewide re:SearchTX portal to look up case information online before visiting the office.

Randall County District Clerk

The District Clerk for Randall County is Christy R. Wright. Her office is at 2309 Russell Long Blvd in Canyon. The District Clerk maintains all dissolution of marriage records for the county, including the original petition, citations, temporary orders, financial affidavits, and the final decree. Public access terminals at the courthouse let visitors search the case index for free.

Randall County is a suburban county south of Amarillo. It includes Canyon, Amarillo's southern suburbs, and communities like Palisades. With a population of around 145,000, the clerk's office handles a significant caseload. Staff can assist with record searches during business hours. Mail requests are accepted and processed within 7 to 14 business days. The office also has a law library at the same address that self-represented filers can use.

Searching Randall County Dissolution Records

You can search Randall County dissolution records in person at the courthouse using the public access terminals. These are free to use and let you search by name or cause number. Basic case information is available at no cost. Document downloads may require payment. The District Clerk's official page has current information on online access options.

For mail requests, write a letter that includes the full names of both spouses, the approximate year of the divorce, and the cause number if you have it. Send it to P.O. Box 1096, Canyon, TX 79015. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope and payment. Cash, credit card, and money orders are accepted. Allow 7 to 14 business days for processing.

Copy fees follow standard Texas rates: $1.00 per page for plain copies and $1.00 per page plus a $5.00 certification fee for certified copies. A $5.00 search fee applies if you do not provide the cause number. Same-day service is the goal for in-person requests, though it depends on availability.

The Randall County Law Library is also at 2309 Russell Long Blvd, Canyon, TX 79015. Phone: (806) 468-5500. This is a useful resource if you need to review case law or forms related to your dissolution case.

Online Search Options for Randall County

Texas courts maintain the re:SearchTX portal for statewide case access. You can look up Randall County dissolution cases, view docket entries, and receive email alerts for case activity. Registration is free. The portal shows unofficial copies of documents, which are good for research purposes. For certified copies, contact the District Clerk directly.

The re:SearchTX portal is the official statewide system that lets you search Randall County dissolution cases, track filings, and view case documents from any computer or mobile device.

For new filings, eFile Texas is the official e-filing system. Attorneys must use it for all civil and family filings in district court. Pro se filers may also use this system. Contact the Randall County District Clerk to confirm whether the local court accepts electronic filings for dissolution cases.

Texas DSHS Dissolution Verification

The Texas Department of State Health Services provides divorce verification letters for cases finalized in Texas since 1968. A verification letter confirms the names of the parties, the county, and the date the divorce was granted. The fee is $20 per letter. This is often enough for proving marital status or eligibility for benefits.

DSHS does not have the full case file or the terms of the final decree. If you need the complete document with property division, custody orders, or child support terms, request a certified copy from the Randall County District Clerk. You can order DSHS verifications online at ovra.txapps.texas.gov or by mail to the Austin office.

Note: Early records from before 1968 are not in the DSHS index. For those cases, the Randall County District Clerk is the only source.

Self-Help and Legal Resources

Randall County has a law library at the courthouse that self-represented filers can use. The library holds Texas statutes, case law, and form guides. Staff at the District Clerk's office can also provide information packets on how to file a dissolution case but cannot give legal advice.

Under Texas Family Code Chapter 6, one spouse must have lived in Texas for six months and in Randall County for at least 90 days before filing. Texas requires a 60-day waiting period from the date of filing before the court can grant the dissolution. Exceptions exist for family violence cases under Texas Family Code section 6.702.

Free online resources include Texas Court Help for step-by-step guides, the Texas State Law Library for research assistance, and TexasLawHelp.org for downloadable forms. The State Bar of Texas referral service is available at (800) 252-9690 for attorney referrals in the Panhandle region. Legal aid services in West Texas may also be available for income-qualifying individuals.

Cities in Randall County

Randall County includes Canyon and portions of the Amarillo metropolitan area. All dissolution of marriage cases in Randall County are filed with the District Clerk in Canyon.

Other communities in Randall County include Canyon, Palisades, and Timbercreek Canyon. All dissolution cases go through the Randall County District Court system in Canyon.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Randall County. If you are unsure which county to file in, check the address where you have lived for the past 90 days.