Divorce records in Burnet County, Texas, can be accessed through several channels. BurnetCourt.us can help you find publicly available divorce record information for Burnet County. You can also request records directly from the district court that issued the decree, the Burnet County Clerk's office, or the Texas Vital Statistics Unit. Each source provides different types of documents depending on your needs — court filings, certified copies, or divorce verification letters.
Burnet County Divorce Records Search
Divorce records in Burnet County are maintained by two separate offices. The Burnet County District Clerk keeps the complete court file for every divorce case — including the original petition, the final decree of divorce, property settlement agreements, custody orders, and any post-judgment modifications. The Texas Judicial Branch oversees the court system, but each district clerk maintains its own local records.
The Texas Department of State Health Services, Vital Statistics Unit, maintains a statewide index of divorce verifications dating back to 1968. This office does not hold the full divorce decree — only a statistical record confirming that a divorce occurred.
To search Burnet County divorce court records, contact the District Clerk's office:
Burnet County District Clerk
The Texas State Law Library's court records guide is a useful starting point if you need help identifying which court holds a particular record.
Where Divorce Records Are Filed in Burnet County
In Texas, divorce cases are filed in and handled by district courts. Burnet County is served by the 33rd Judicial District Court, which has jurisdiction over family law matters including divorce, annulment, and custody disputes. Once a judge signs the final decree of divorce, it is filed with the Burnet County District Clerk and becomes part of the permanent court record.
Within 30 days of a divorce being granted, the court also reports the divorce to the Texas Vital Statistics Unit. That office maintains a verification record — not the decree itself.
Which office to contact depends on what you need:
- Full divorce decree, settlement agreements, or custody orders — Contact the Burnet County District Clerk.
- Divorce verification letter (confirmation that a divorce occurred) — Contact the Texas Vital Statistics Unit.
Burnet County District Clerk
Texas Vital Statistics Unit
Attorneys and self-represented parties may also file divorce documents electronically through eFileTexas.gov, the official e-filing system for Texas courts.
Divorce Record Search Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times in Burnet County
| Service | Fee | Typical Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Divorce verification letter (Texas Vital Statistics Unit) | $20.00 | 2–4 weeks by mail |
| Certified copy of divorce decree (District Clerk) | $1.00 per page plus $5.00 certification fee | Same day to several business days (in person or by mail) |
| Plain (uncertified) copy of court document (District Clerk) | $1.00 per page | Same day if requested in person |
| Expedited divorce verification (Vital Statistics Unit) | $20.00 plus expedite fee | 5–10 business days |