Texas divorce download 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Texas Divorce Download in the editor.
2. Begin by filling out the Original Petition for Divorce. This form notifies the court and your spouse of your intention to divorce.
3. Make two copies of your completed petition. This is essential for filing and notifying your spouse.
4. File your Original Petition at the District Clerk’s Office, paying any required fees. If you cannot afford these fees, consider filing an Affidavit of Inability to Pay Costs.
5. Provide legal notice to your spouse using one of the methods outlined in the guide, such as Waiver of Citation or Official Service.
6. Wait for the mandatory 61-day period before finalizing your divorce, unless exceptions apply due to domestic violence.
7. Determine if your case is contested or uncontested based on your spouse's response.
8. Prepare and fill out the Decree of Divorce, detailing property division and child custody arrangements if applicable.
9. Attend court on the scheduled date with all necessary documents for finalization.
10. After receiving a signed decree from the judge, file it back at the Clerk’s Office to finalize your divorce.

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