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Under Texas law, a mandatory 60-day waiting period applies after filing your Original Petition for Divorce with the District Court. This waiting period must pass before a judge can finalize your divorce.
This 60-day requirement — often called a “cooling-off period” — is designed to give both parties time to reflect and possibly reconcile before the divorce becomes final.
Filing your case promptly starts the 60-day clock sooner, helping you reach finalization faster. However, please note that the judge will not sign your Final Decree of Divorce until the 60 days have passed — and not always immediately after. The timing may vary depending on the court’s schedule, the judge’s availability, and local procedures.
Texas Family Code § 6.702(a)
A court may not grant a divorce before the 60th day after the date the suit was filed.
The court may waive the 60-day requirement only in very limited circumstances, such as:
The divorce process in Texas can be complicated and everyone has questions. Most often questions arise about the law and actual procedures in Texas. All Texas divorces are filed with and finalized by the appropriate district court.
During a Texas divorce, the court will issue a final order (decree) that divide’s the couples’ property, debt, and issue orders for spousal maintenance if warranted. Likewise, if there are minor children, the court will determine custody (conservatorship), visitation, and child support.
The following articles explain the relevant laws and processes in Texas. The articles are arranged by category to allow you to review multiple articles on specific topics. All articles are written by experienced Texas divorce attorneys.
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