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Marriage License

Start a Dallas County marriage license online

Dallas County Rules & Licenses

The Dallas County marriage-license line starts before 500 Elm Street. Fill out the online application before you plan the walk-in. When it is done, you get an order number. Keep it. That number goes with you to Dallas County.

The same online start covers an informal marriage certificate. After the license is issued, watch the clock. The license expires if the ceremony does not happen before the 90th day. The 72-hour wait still applies unless a waiver or approved premarital class route applies.

The Records Building vital-records office is Suite 2100. Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays, except court-approved holidays. Bring accepted ID. Dallas County also lets you order certified copies online. Couples often need those later for name changes, benefits, or records.

Source to confirm: Dallas County Clerk - Marriage License

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Who Appraises Your Property in Dallas County

The Dallas Central Appraisal District sets the value of your property each year, and that value drives your tax bill.

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Homestead Exemption

The Homestead Exemption Cuts Your School Taxes

Texas law requires school districts to exempt $140,000 of your home's value from school property taxes if you qualify.

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Age 65 / Disability Exemption

Extra Tax Break for Seniors and Disabled Homeowners

If you are 65 or older, or have a qualifying disability, you get an additional $60,000 off your home's school-taxable value.

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Veteran Exemption

Veterans with Disabilities Get a Property Tax Break

Texas gives disabled veterans a property tax exemption based on their VA disability rating.

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