Frisco Divorce Records
Frisco divorce records are held at the county level, not the city level. Because Frisco spans both Collin County and Denton County, where your divorce records are filed depends on which county handled your case. You can search for divorce cases through the Collin County District Clerk or the Denton County District Clerk, depending on where the petition was filed. Both offices maintain separate records systems, so you may need to check with each one if you are not sure which county handled the case.
Frisco Overview
Which County Has Your Frisco Divorce Records
Frisco sits on the border of two counties. Most of the city is in Collin County, but a portion of Frisco is in Denton County. If you are trying to find a divorce record, you need to know which county the case was filed in. The key question is where the petitioner lived when they filed, not just where the property or address is located now.
If the case was filed in Collin County, the records are at the Collin County District Clerk in McKinney. That office is at 2100 Bloomdale Road, Suite 12132, McKinney, Texas 75071. The phone number is 972-548-4320, and they are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
If the case was filed in Denton County, the records are at the Denton County District Clerk at 1450 E McKinney Street, 1st Floor, Denton, Texas 76209. Their number is 940-349-2200. Hours are the same, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You can also reach them at 972-434-8822 if calling from the Frisco area.
| Collin County District Clerk | 2100 Bloomdale Road, Suite 12132, McKinney, TX 75071 |
|---|---|
| Collin Phone | 972-548-4320 |
| Denton County District Clerk | 1450 E McKinney Street, 1st Floor, Denton, TX 76209 |
| Denton Phone | 940-349-2200 or 972-434-8822 |
| Hours (Both) | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
How to Search Frisco Divorce Records
The Collin County District Clerk offers online case verification and attorney access. You can start with the Collin County website or call 972-548-4320 to ask about searching by party name. Collin County charges $1 per page for non-certified copies and $1 per page plus a $5 certification fee for certified copies. A $5 search fee may apply if you don't have a case number.
The city's website at friscotexas.gov does not maintain divorce records. However, it can help you find other city services. For divorce records, you go directly to the county.
The Denton County District Clerk uses a Record Request Form for all copy requests. You can submit that form in person, by mail, by fax at 940-349-5754, or by email. Their electronic filing system has been available since 2012, and they also use the statewide re:SearchTX portal for case lookups. You need a re:SearchTX account to get electronic copies of orders from the Denton County system.
The city's official page shows the Frisco homepage. It provides city services and links but does not handle divorce filings or court records.
Frisco city services are separate from the county court system where divorce cases are filed and maintained.
Filing for Divorce in Frisco
Texas law governs divorce filings for all Frisco residents. Under Texas Family Code Chapter 6, at least one spouse must have lived in Texas for six months and in the county where you file for at least 90 days. Since Frisco crosses two counties, you file in whichever county you have lived in for 90 days or more before the filing date.
Texas allows no-fault divorce under Family Code Section 6.001, which uses the ground of insupportability. That means the marriage has broken down due to conflict or discord to the point where there is no reasonable chance of saving it. You do not have to prove fault. Fault-based grounds also exist under state law and include cruelty, adultery, felony conviction, abandonment, living apart for three years, and confinement in a mental hospital.
Once you file a petition, the other spouse must be served or sign a waiver. Texas also requires a mandatory 60-day waiting period after filing before a judge can sign the Final Decree of Divorce. That means even uncontested cases take at least two months from the filing date.
Note: If you are not sure which county your address falls in, the Frisco city website can help with address lookups, or you can call either district clerk's office and describe your location.
Divorce Fees for Frisco Residents
Filing fees vary depending on which county handles your case. Both Collin County and Denton County set their own fee schedules. Fees for divorce without children run roughly $300 or more, and cases involving children are often slightly higher. Call the relevant district clerk's office to confirm current amounts before you go.
Collin County charges $1 per page for non-certified copies and $5 for certification plus per-page costs. A search fee of $5 applies when no case number is provided. Denton County has similar copy fees, and you will need a completed Record Request Form before they will process the request. Forms are available at the courthouse or online through the Denton County website at dentoncounty.gov.
If you cannot afford filing fees, Texas allows you to file a Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs under Rule 145 of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure. The forms are at txcourts.gov. Income-based eligibility applies. People who receive certain state or federal benefits, or whose income is below 125% of the federal poverty line, often qualify.
Legal Resources for Frisco Divorce Cases
Several statewide resources help Frisco residents navigate divorce. TexasLawHelp.org has step-by-step guides and free court forms for filing on your own. The Texas Supreme Court has approved standardized divorce forms available at txcourts.gov. These include petition forms, financial statements, and parenting plan documents.
The State Bar of Texas runs a lawyer referral service at (800) 252-9690. You can also search for family law attorneys through texasbar.com. For Frisco residents with limited income, Lone Star Legal Aid handles family law cases for eligible applicants. Their number is (800) 733-8394 and their website is lonestarlegal.org.
The Denton County District Clerk page at dentoncounty.gov also has information on standing orders that apply to all family law cases filed there, including orders regarding children, property, and the conduct of parties during the case.
County Divorce Records for Frisco
Frisco divorce records are filed in either Collin County or Denton County depending on where the petitioner lived at the time of filing. Visit the county pages below for more information on each district clerk's office, court procedures, fees, and how to get copies of divorce filings.
Nearby Cities
Other qualifying cities near Frisco where divorce records are also handled at the county level:
- McKinney - Collin County
- Denton - Denton County
- Lewisville - Denton County