Texas has annulment laws similar to other states in the United States. An annulment is given under certain circumstances and allows the couple to avoid getting a divorce. It is quicker than a divorce, since there is a 60-day waiting period in Texas before getting divorced. There are certain requirements to getting an annulment in Texas; if these are not met, a legal dissolution would require a divorce.
Underage
If one of the parties is found to be underage, the couple is eligible for an annulment in Texas. The underage party must have been under the age of 18 and had not received parental or court consent at the time of the marriage. If neither of these were done, the marriage is eligible for an annulment.
Impotence
If one the people in the marriage is found to be impotent and unable to consummate after wedding, the marriage is eligible for an annulment. The other party must not have known about the impotence before the marriage.
Fraud, Duress, Force
If the marriage was entered into under duress, fraud or force it is eligible for annulment. These conditions must be proven.
Previous Divorce
If it is found out that one of the parties did not disclose a divorce that occurred in the 30 days before the subsequent marriage, the marriage is eligible for annulment.
72-Hour Waiting Period
If the couple got married within 72 hours of receiving their marriage license, they are eligible to get an annulment.
Spouse Still Married
If if is found out that a spouse is still in a prior marriage, then the subsequent marriage is eligible for a divorce.
