Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
State Residency
How long does one have to be a resident of Texas to file for divorce?
Asked on 12/16/04, 6:06 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Kevin Plachta
The Law Office of Kevin F. Plachta
Re: State Residency
I believe the following is accurate but since I do not practice in Texas you should consult with an attorney licensed to practice in Texas.
One spouse must be a domiciliary of the State of Texas for at least six months and a resident of a county for ninety days before a divorce can be filed.
After the divorce is filed, there is a minimum 60-day waiting period before the divorce can be granted. Most cases take more than sixty days, to find out what there is and to finalize the agreed documents.
Answered on 12/16/04, 6:23 pm