Divorce records in Ector County, Texas, can be accessed through several channels, including online search tools, the court that issued the decree, the county clerk, and the state vital records office. EctorCourt.us can help you find publicly available divorce record information for Ector County. You can also contact the Ector County District Clerk, the Ector County Clerk, or the Texas Department of State Health Services Vital Statistics Section depending on the type of record you need.
Ector County Divorce Records Search
Divorce cases in Ector County are handled by the district courts, and the Ector County District Clerk's Office maintains the official court files. These records include divorce decrees, petitions, settlement agreements, custody orders, property division orders, and other filings associated with each case. The District Clerk's office offers a public portal to court records where you can search case indexes and view documents online. At the state level, the Texas DSHS Vital Statistics Section maintains a public index of Texas divorces since 1968 and can issue divorce verification letters for eligible requests.
Where Divorce Records Are Filed in Ector County
In Texas, divorce is a civil matter heard in district court. In Ector County, divorce petitions are filed with and processed through the district courts. Once a judge signs the final decree of divorce, the decree and all related documents remain on file with the District Clerk's office. Ector County is under the statewide e-filing mandate for civil and family case types, so new filings are submitted electronically.
The type of record you need determines which office to contact:
- Court records (full divorce decree, settlement agreements, custody orders, property division) — contact the Ector County District Clerk.
- Vital records (divorce verification letter from the state index) — contact the Texas DSHS Vital Statistics Section or order online through OVRA.
Ector County District Clerk's Office
Ector County Clerk's Office
Texas DSHS Vital Statistics Section
The Ector County Clerk's office may also record certain documents related to divorce proceedings. If you are unsure which office holds the record you need, call the District Clerk first — they handle the primary divorce case files.
Divorce Record Search Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times in Ector County
| Service | Fee | Typical Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Certified copy of divorce decree (District Clerk) | $1.00 per page plus certification fee | Same day to several business days |
| Non-certified copy of court document (District Clerk) | $1.00 per page | Same day to several business days |
| Divorce verification letter (Texas DSHS) | $20.00 | Several weeks by mail |
| Online order through OVRA (Texas DSHS) | $20.00 plus applicable service fees | Several weeks |