Dimmit County Family Court Records
Dimmit County family court records are filed with the District Clerk in Carrizo Springs, the county seat of this South Texas county near the Mexican border. These records include divorce cases, child custody and support orders, paternity filings, and protective orders heard in the county's district court. You can look up Dimmit County family court records through the statewide re:SearchTX portal, contact the District Clerk's office in Carrizo Springs, or visit the courthouse in person. The clerk's office keeps all active and closed family law case files available for public review.
Dimmit County Overview
Dimmit County District Clerk
The District Clerk in Carrizo Springs handles all family court filings for Dimmit County. Staff maintain divorce case files, custody and support orders, and protective order records. Court dockets and hearing schedules are kept on file here. If you need a copy of a court document or want to check on a past case, this is the place to start.
The 293rd Judicial District Court serves Dimmit County. Dimmit County is part of the U.S. District Court's San Antonio Division for federal matters. Family cases are heard at the Carrizo Springs courthouse. The county seat is a small border community, so the clerk's office serves a limited population. Providing party names and filing dates will help staff locate records more efficiently.
| Office | Dimmit County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 103 N. 5th St, Carrizo Springs, TX 78834 |
| Phone | (830) 876-3569 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
The County Clerk in Carrizo Springs handles vital records, marriage licenses, and land recordings. Both offices operate from the Dimmit County Courthouse. For family court case files, you want the District Clerk. The two offices are at the same address but handle different types of records. Call ahead to confirm which office has what you need.
The re:SearchTX portal from the Texas Judicial Branch covers Dimmit County e-filed cases from November 2018 forward and is a good first stop for online searches.
How to Search Dimmit County Family Court Records
Start with the statewide re:SearchTX portal. This system covers cases filed through the Texas e-filing system from November 2018 to the present. Search by party name, case number, or date range. Results show case type and status but are unofficial. For certified copies, you need to contact the District Clerk in Carrizo Springs.
For older records or those not in the e-filing system, contact the clerk's office by phone at (830) 876-3569 or visit in person. Bring a valid ID. Have party names and approximate dates ready. Staff can search the records system and pull files during business hours. Mail requests are also accepted. Write to Dimmit County District Clerk, 103 N. 5th St, Carrizo Springs, TX 78834.
Include party names, filing dates if known, and case number with your mail request. Include payment for copy fees and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Standard fees are $1.00 per page for regular copies and $5.00 per document for certified copies plus copy fees. Mail requests typically take five to ten business days to process.
The Texas courts FAQ page answers common questions about how to access court records and what family cases involve in counties like Dimmit.
Dimmit County Family Court Records Types
The District Clerk keeps the full range of Texas family law case files. Divorce cases include the original petition, temporary orders, the final decree, and any post-decree modifications. Cases involving children also hold conservatorship orders and possession schedules.
Child custody and support cases can be filed without divorce. Paternity cases are also heard in district court. The court can establish a parent-child relationship, set conservatorship, and order support. For enforcement of support orders, the Texas AG's Child Support Division handles that work separately. Reach them at 800-840-8757. Protective order cases are on the family docket too, and the statewide registry under Monica's Law allows public searches for active orders.
Note: Adoption records, juvenile files, and child abuse investigation records are sealed under Texas law and are not available through the public case index.
Filing Family Cases in Dimmit County
To file a divorce or family case in Dimmit County, one spouse must meet the Texas residency requirement under Texas Family Code section 6.301. One party must have lived in Texas for six months and in Dimmit County for 90 days before the filing date. Attorneys must use eFileTexas.gov for all new filings. Non-attorneys can file in person at the clerk's office.
Texas requires a 60-day waiting period from filing before a divorce can be finalized under Texas Family Code section 6.702. Simple uncontested divorces in Dimmit County can sometimes move quickly once the waiting period ends. Texas is a community property state under Texas Family Code Chapter 6, and the court divides marital assets in a just and right manner.
Legal Resources for Dimmit County
The Texas Judicial Branch self-help page at txcourts.gov helps people navigate family court. The Texas State Law Library at guides.sll.texas.gov has a family law forms guide. TexasLawHelp.org offers free guides and links to legal aid organizations in South Texas. DSHS vital statistics at dshs.texas.gov handles statewide birth and death certificates for residents of Dimmit County.
Cities in Dimmit County
Carrizo Springs is the county seat and largest city in Dimmit County. All family court cases from communities throughout the county are filed at the courthouse in Carrizo Springs. No cities in Dimmit County meet the threshold for a dedicated city page.
Nearby Counties
Dimmit County is in South Texas near the Texas-Mexico border. Check which county you lived in for the 90 days before filing to confirm which court has jurisdiction.