When Can I Get Remarried After A Divorce In Texas?
If you’re recently finalized a divorce, and you’re looking to remarry, you may have some questions. Marriage, divorce, and remarriage laws vary from state to state. While remarrying may seem like a pretty straightforward process, it’s best to know and fully understand the laws surrounding remarriage in Texas. This should be a very exciting and fun season of your life, so let us help to protect you and the experience of your upcoming nuptials.
How long do you have to wait for remarriage in Texas?
If you have been recently divorced, you have to wait 30 days before you can remarry in Texas. On the 31st day, you can marry a new person. The court that issued the final decree of divorce retains the power during the waiting period that makes it possible for either party to file an appeal or motion for a new trial.
Do I need proof of divorce to remarry in Texas?
In order to remarry in Texas, you will need to provide proof of your divorce. In order to do this, you can present your divorce decree or certification of dissolution from your previous marriage. If you’ve misplaced these documents or do not have access to them, you can visit Texas.gov and complete a virtual records application. This application can be used to obtain birth certificates, death certificates, marriage verification, and/or divorce verification. If you were divorced in Texas in 1968 or later, you can order a divorce verification letter online.
Can I waive the waiting period to remarry in Texas?
If you simply cannot wait, it is possible to waive the divorce waiting period in Texas. To do this, either of the divorcing parties must request for the judge to waive the 30-day waiting period. If this is something you’d like to do, contact a trusted Texas family lawyer so we can help you file the motion to request the judge to do so. A judge may grant a waiver of the 30-day waiting period for one of the following reasons:
If one party will be deployed into the service and will be leaving before the 30 days expire.
If one party is experiencing a serious health issue and is set to have surgery before the 30-day waiting period expires.
One party is facing a permanent duty reassignment which will take them out of the country.
If the divorced or divorcing parties have been separated and/or have not lived together or seen each other for many years prior to the divorce.
What do I need to do to remarry in the state of Texas?
If you’d like to get remarried and have questions, we’re Proffitt & Associates, and we’ve got your back. We specialize in family law in Houston and the greater Houston area. We’re committed to doing what’s right for our clients. Let our family help your family by requesting your free one-hour consultation today.