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Divorce Residency Requirements To Get Divorce In Texas

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To file for a DIY Divorce in Texas, at least one of the spouses must have lived in the state for at least the last six months before the divorce is filed. Additionally, the petitioner (the one who files the case) must have been a resident of the county where he or she lives for at least ninety days before filing.

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Reasons For Divorce In Texas

In Texas, divorce can be filed as a no-fault action, in which the parties state that the marriage is unsupportable and there are no other grounds necessary.

There are also fault-based reasons for divorce that are recognized such as adultery, cruelty, conviction of felony and abandonment. You do not need to claim one of these to obtain a divorce, however.

Custody Of The Children In Texas

There are state-mandated guidelines for child support in Texas. These are based on the income of the parent who will pay. It is possible to deviate from these guidelines when it is agreed upon by both parents and deemed in the best interests of the child.

Divorce.com calculates child support based on all information provided. Our quick and affordable program provides a calculation tool for uncontested divorce only, and it does not serve as a substitute for legal advice.

Parenting Concerns In Texas

Texas favors joint custody (managing conservatorship). This would mean that both parents can make decisions in the upbringing of children. Usually, children will live primarily with one parent but have significant contact (known as visitation) with the other. The courts typically accept parental-designed agreements but show favor to the Standard Possession Order. You can utilize a custom agreement or the Standard Possession Order on Divorce.com.

Texas Child Support Guidelines

There are state-mandated guidelines for child support in Texas. These are based on the income of the parent who will pay. It is possible to deviate from these guidelines when it is agreed upon by both parents and deemed in the best interests of the child.

Divorce.com calculates child support based on all information provided. Our quick and affordable program provides a calculation tool for uncontested divorces only, and it does not serve as a substitute for legal advice.

Legal Advice

The staff at Divorce.com cannot provide direct legal advice when completing your divorce papers. If you do have a contested or complex case, you should always seek assistance from a family law attorney. Utilizing our website is never considered a substitute for seeking help from an attorney.

Filing Fees

The court filing fees in Texas are charged by the court, and they are in addition to the cost of using Divorce.com. Filing fees vary county by county. To determine the exact amount, we provide an easy way to look up the filing fees for your area. This ensures that you have a clear picture of all expenses specific to your situation before moving forward.