Guadalupe County Divorce Decree Records
Guadalupe County divorce decree records are maintained at the District Clerk's office in Seguin. The clerk keeps all divorce case files for the county and handles requests for certified copies, case searches, and document access. Guadalupe County has online case search access, making it easier to look up case information before contacting the office. If you need to find a Guadalupe County divorce record or request a certified copy of a final decree, this page covers the process, the office, and the relevant Texas family laws.
Guadalupe County Overview
Guadalupe County District Clerk
The Guadalupe County District Clerk's office in Seguin is responsible for all divorce records in the county. The clerk files new petitions, maintains case files, and processes copy requests. Guadalupe County is a fast-growing county in the San Antonio metro area, so the office handles a high volume of cases. Staff can search by party name or cause number and can tell you what documents are on file for a specific case.
Guadalupe County sits northeast of San Antonio along the I-35 corridor. The county seat is Seguin, and New Braunfels is in the northern part of the county. The county has multiple district courts due to its growing population. All divorce cases filed by residents of the county go through the courthouse in Seguin. If you live in New Braunfels or anywhere else in Guadalupe County, you still file here.
| Office | Guadalupe County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 101 E Court St Seguin, TX 78155 |
| Phone | (830) 303-8857 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | co.guadalupe.tx.us |
Searching Guadalupe County Divorce Records
Guadalupe County has online case search access. You can use the statewide re:SearchTX portal to look up Guadalupe County divorce cases by name or cause number. The portal shows filing dates, party names, and docket activity. This is a useful first step before contacting the clerk for certified copies or full documents.
For certified copies, contact the District Clerk directly at (830) 303-8857 or visit the courthouse in Seguin. Bring a photo ID and information about the case. The clerk will search the records and tell you what is available and what it will cost to get copies.
Mail requests are accepted. Write to the Guadalupe County District Clerk, describe the case, and include payment for copy fees. Specify plain or certified copies. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope if you want the documents mailed back. Processing time can vary, especially during busy periods.
For statewide divorce verification, the Texas DSHS Vital Statistics office keeps an index of all Texas divorces and can issue a verification letter confirming a divorce occurred. This is not the same as a copy of the decree, but it works for many official purposes.
Guadalupe County Divorce Fees
Filing a divorce in Guadalupe County typically costs around $300 or more, depending on the case type and current fee schedule. Cases with children may run higher because of additional required filings. Call the clerk's office at (830) 303-8857 to get the current fee list before you file. Fees can change and vary slightly depending on what filings are required.
Certified copies of the final decree cost $1.00 per page plus a $5.00 certification fee. Plain copies are $1.00 per page. Payment is required before the clerk releases any documents. Ask the clerk how many pages the decree is so you can calculate the total cost in advance.
If you cannot pay filing fees, you may qualify for a waiver. File a Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs. The form is available at the courthouse and at txcourts.gov.
Divorce Filing in Guadalupe County
To file for divorce in Guadalupe County, at least one spouse must have lived in Texas for six months and in Guadalupe County for at least 90 days before filing. This is required under Texas Family Code § 6.301. If you live in Seguin, New Braunfels, or any other part of Guadalupe County and meet the residency test, you can file here.
Texas allows no-fault divorce. The most common ground is insupportability under Texas Family Code § 6.001. This means the marriage cannot continue because of conflict or discord, and there is no chance of fixing it. You do not have to prove either spouse did anything wrong. Fault grounds like cruelty, adultery, and abandonment are also valid in Texas.
After filing, Texas requires a 60-day waiting period before the divorce can be granted. Under Texas Family Code § 6.702, no decree can be signed until those 60 days have passed from the filing date. If both parties agree on all terms, the case can close soon after the waiting period. Contested cases can take much longer.
Community Property: Under Texas Family Code Chapter 7, marital property is divided in a just and right manner. The court considers both spouses' situations before deciding how to split assets and debts.
When children are part of a Guadalupe County divorce case, the court sets up conservatorship, a possession schedule, and child support. Support is calculated under Texas Family Code Chapter 154. All of these orders go into the final decree and are legally enforceable.
What Guadalupe County Divorce Files Contain
The case file at the Guadalupe County District Clerk begins with the Original Petition for Divorce. Every filing that follows is part of the record. This includes citations, service waivers, any temporary orders for support or property use, financial disclosures, and a mediated settlement agreement if one was reached. The file ends when the judge signs the Final Decree of Divorce.
The final decree is the key document. It ends the marriage and sets all the terms, including property division, debt assignment, conservatorship and possession of children, and any support orders. Certified copies of the decree are required for name changes, updating bank accounts, transferring property, and proving marital status for official and legal purposes.
Most Guadalupe County divorce records are public. You do not have to be a party to the case to ask for copies. Some records may be sealed by court order, and parts of files involving children can have restricted access. The clerk can tell you what is available for any specific case.
The Texas Judicial Branch sets the standards and rules for all district courts in Guadalupe County and across Texas.
All Guadalupe County divorce cases go through the district court system, and the District Clerk in Seguin maintains the official records.
Legal Help for Guadalupe County Divorce
Free self-help resources for Texas divorce are at texaslawhelp.org. The site has guides, forms, and answers to common questions. Official court forms are at txcourts.gov. The Texas State Law Library guide at guides.sll.texas.gov/divorce provides a full overview of the process from start to finish.
To find an attorney in Seguin or the surrounding area, use the Texas State Bar lawyer referral service at texasbar.com. Lone Star Legal Aid serves the region and may offer free help for family law cases to people who qualify based on income.
Cities in Guadalupe County
Guadalupe County includes Seguin and New Braunfels as its two main cities. All divorce cases filed in the county are handled by the District Court in Seguin. No cities in Guadalupe County meet the population threshold for a separate city page on this site.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Guadalupe County in the San Antonio metro region. File in the county where you have lived for at least the past 90 days.
Comal County | Bexar County | Wilson County | Gonzales County | Caldwell County