Briscoe County Marriage Records
Briscoe County marriage records are on file with the County Clerk in Silverton. The clerk issues marriage licenses, keeps the official index of all marriages in the county, and provides certified copies on request. Briscoe is a small Panhandle county, and the clerk serves as both county and district clerk for the area.
Briscoe County Overview
Briscoe County Clerk Office
The County and District Clerk is Amy Fuston. Chief Deputy is Jane Murrell. The physical address is 415 Main St., Silverton, TX 79257. The mailing address is P.O. Box 555, Silverton, TX 79257. Phone: (806) 823-2131 ext. 2. Fax: (806) 823-2076. Contact by email at coclerk@co.briscoe.tx.us or deputycoclerk@co.briscoe.tx.us.
Briscoe County accepts credit and debit card payments through Certified Payments, using bureau code 7712936. This makes it easier for residents and remote requestors who can't pay by check or cash. Brand registration and other official record filings are also handled through the same office.
| Office | Briscoe County Clerk/District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Amy Fuston |
| Address | 415 Main St. Silverton, TX 79257 |
| Mailing | P.O. Box 555, Silverton, TX 79257 |
| Phone | (806) 823-2131 ext. 2 |
| Fax | (806) 823-2076 |
| coclerk@co.briscoe.tx.us | |
| Website | co.briscoe.tx.us |
Briscoe County Marriage License Fees
The standard marriage license fee in Briscoe County is $81. Certified copies of birth records cost $23. Certified copies of death records cost $21 for the first copy and $4 for each additional copy. Photocopies of other documents cost $1 per page. Recording fees for official public records are $25 for the first page and $4 for each additional page.
Couples who complete the Twogether in Texas premarital education course pay $21 for their license and have the 72-hour waiting period waived. The course certificate must be presented at the time of application and must be no more than one year old. Without the certificate, Texas Family Code Section 2.204 requires a 72-hour wait after issuance before the ceremony can be held.
Under Texas Family Code Chapter 2, a license is valid for 90 days from the date of issue and can be used anywhere in the state.
Certified Copies of Marriage Records
Certified copies of Briscoe County marriage licenses are available from the clerk's office. The office has self-help legal resources available including links to TexasLawHelp.org and TexasCourtHelp.org. Legal Aid of Northwest Texas also serves the region. For those who need help navigating the records request process, these resources provide guidance at no cost.
The Texas Department of State Health Services maintains a statewide marriage index from 1966 forward. DSHS can issue a $20 verification letter. Certified copies must come from the Briscoe County Clerk. Contact the office at (806) 823-2131 ext. 2 to request a copy or ask about current fees.
What Briscoe County Marriage Records Contain
Briscoe County marriage license applications follow the state format. They include both parties' full legal names, dates of birth, addresses, and Social Security numbers. The record shows the issuance date, ceremony date, location, and officiant. Prior marriages and how they ended are documented. Under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 194, the clerk files a copy with the state vital statistics unit within 90 days. Both records are public and searchable by name.
Informal Marriage in Briscoe County
Under Texas Family Code Section 2.401, Briscoe County couples can register an informal marriage by signing a Declaration of Informal Marriage at the clerk's office. This creates a public record with full legal standing. The fee is generally lower than a standard license. Without a declaration, proving an informal marriage requires showing agreement, cohabitation, and holding out as spouses.
Briscoe County Clerk Resources
The Briscoe County Clerk page provides contact information, fee schedules, and information about online payment options for marriage licenses and other records.
The Briscoe County Clerk page lists fees, contact details, and payment methods for marriage licenses and vital records in Silverton.
Cities in Briscoe County
Briscoe County's county seat is Silverton. No cities in Briscoe County meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page on this site. All marriage records are on file with the Briscoe County Clerk in Silverton.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Briscoe County in the Texas Panhandle. Each maintains its own marriage records.