Crockett County Divorce Records
Divorce records for Crockett County are held by the District Clerk in Ozona, the county seat. If you need to find a divorce case, get a copy of a final decree, or confirm whether a divorce was granted in this county, the District Clerk's office is your source. Crockett County is located in the Texas Hill Country region and is one of the largest counties in the state by land area, though its population is small. Records requests are handled at the courthouse in Ozona, and staff there can search by name or case number.
Crockett County Overview
Crockett County District Clerk
The District Clerk in Ozona is responsible for all court records in Crockett County, including divorce cases. The clerk files incoming petitions, stores case documents, and provides copies to anyone who requests them. Staff can search the system by party name or cause number.
Crockett County is in the Texas Hill Country, roughly 180 miles west of San Antonio. It is a large, sparsely populated county. The district court handles all civil and family law matters here, including divorce. Court sessions are scheduled based on the judge's rotation through the district. Contact the clerk to find out when court is next scheduled in Ozona if you have an active case.
The county website was not accessible during research at the crockettcounty.org domain. This is a small county and its web presence may be limited or the URL may have changed. Your best option is to contact the courthouse by phone to confirm current contact information before visiting.
| Office | Crockett County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address |
Crockett County Courthouse Ozona, TX 76943 |
| Judicial District | 112th Judicial District |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Statewide Search | re:SearchTX |
How to Search Crockett County Divorce Records
The most reliable way to search divorce records in Crockett County is to contact the District Clerk directly by phone or visit the courthouse in Ozona. The office can search by the name of either spouse. If you have a cause number, the search is faster. For older cases from before electronic records, the clerk may need time to pull physical files.
The statewide re:SearchTX portal is another option. This system aggregates records from courts across Texas. Coverage for smaller counties like Crockett can vary, so results are not always complete. If you do not find what you need there, go directly to the clerk.
For a basic verification that a divorce was granted in Texas, you can check the Texas Department of State Health Services Vital Statistics index at dshs.texas.gov/vital-statistics/marriage-divorce-verification. This covers divorces from 1968 to present. It gives you names, county, and date but not the actual decree. For a full copy of the decree, the District Clerk in Ozona is the only source.
When you contact the office, have the following ready:
- Full name of at least one spouse (ideally both)
- Approximate year the divorce was filed or granted
- Cause number if available
- Whether you need a plain copy or a certified copy
Filing for Divorce in Crockett County
Texas requires that at least one spouse have lived in Texas for six months and in Crockett County for 90 days before filing there. This is set out in Texas Family Code Section 6.301. If you do not meet the county requirement, you file in the county where you have lived long enough.
Most Texas divorces use the no-fault ground under Texas Family Code Section 6.001. That section calls it insupportability, meaning the marriage has fallen apart due to conflict with no hope of fixing it. You do not need to prove the other spouse did anything wrong. For cases where fault is relevant, the law also allows divorce on grounds of cruelty, adultery, felony conviction, abandonment, long separation, or mental hospital confinement.
After you file, the other spouse must be served with the petition and citation. Once served, a mandatory 60-day waiting period begins under Texas Family Code Section 6.702. The judge cannot finalize the divorce until those 60 days pass. There is an exception for cases involving family violence.
If both spouses agree on all terms, the case can be wrapped up quickly once the 60 days are done. Contested cases may need hearings or a trial. Property is split under Texas Family Code Chapter 7. Texas is a community property state. The court divides marital property in a way that is just and right. What you owned before the marriage or got by gift or inheritance generally stays yours if it was kept separate.
Note: If cost is a concern, ask the clerk about fee waivers. You can file a Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 145 if you qualify.
What Crockett County Divorce Records Contain
A divorce case file at the Crockett County District Clerk's office holds all documents submitted to the court. This starts with the Original Petition for Divorce and includes service documents, any waiver of service, agreements, and the Final Decree of Divorce. Financial affidavits and property inventories may also be in the file. The decree is the document most people need because it lays out the final terms.
The Final Decree of Divorce will spell out how property and debts are divided, whether spousal support was ordered, and all terms related to children if any were part of the case. That includes conservatorship, the possession schedule, and child support amounts. If a name change was granted, it appears in the decree too.
Most records in the clerk's file are public. Some financial exhibits may be sealed. Information about minor children can have access limits in certain cases. You do not need to be a party to the case to request basic copies. Certified copies cost more and require a fee per page plus a certification charge. The clerk can quote current copy fees when you call.
Legal Help for Crockett County Divorce Cases
Finding a local attorney in a small county can take some effort. The State Bar of Texas referral service at (800) 252-9690 can connect you with attorneys who practice in or near your area. You can also search online at texasbar.com. Some attorneys who serve rural counties may be based in a nearby larger city but still take cases in Crockett County.
If you cannot afford an attorney, free resources are available. TexasLawHelp at texaslawhelp.org has self-help guides and court forms for divorce cases. The forms are Supreme Court approved and cover common situations like uncontested divorce with and without children. Official forms are also at txcourts.gov/rules-forms. Both sites have Spanish versions.
Lone Star Legal Aid serves a large portion of rural Texas. If your income qualifies, they may be able to help with your family law case at no cost. Call their intake line or check their website to see if Crockett County is in their service area.
Note: For a simple uncontested divorce where both parties agree on all terms, self-help forms from texaslawhelp.org may be enough to complete the process without an attorney.
Cities in Crockett County
Ozona is the county seat and the primary community in Crockett County. All divorce filings and records requests for the county are handled at the District Clerk's office in Ozona.
Crockett County is one of Texas's least densely populated counties. Ozona is the only incorporated city. Ranch communities and small settlements make up the rest of the county. All district court matters flow through the courthouse in Ozona.
Nearby Counties
Crockett County is in West Texas. If you are unsure which county to file in, check where you or your spouse have lived for the past 90 days.