Bankruptcy in Brazoria County

Brazoria County is located south of Houston along the Gulf Coast. Unlike the other Houston metro counties, Brazoria County falls under the Galveston Division of the Southern District of Texas.

Brazoria County cases are filed in the Southern District of Texas, Galveston Division. The courthouse is at 601 Rosenberg St, Galveston, TX 77550. This is different from other Houston metro counties which use the Houston Division.

Key Information

Federal District

Southern District of Texas (Galveston Division)
All bankruptcy cases from Brazoria County are filed in this district.

Nearest Courthouse

601 Rosenberg St, Galveston, TX 77550
341 meetings and court hearings are typically held at this location.

Texas Exemptions in Brazoria County

Texas state exemptions apply in Brazoria County. Homestead: unlimited value, 10 acres urban / 100 acres rural. Personal property: up to $50,000 (single) or $100,000 (family). One vehicle per licensed driver. Federal exemptions are not available in Texas.

Exemptions determine what property you can keep in bankruptcy. See the full exemptions guide.

Filing Bankruptcy in Brazoria County

The Process

  1. Credit counseling - Complete an approved course within 180 days before filing ($15-25).
  2. File your petition - The petition is filed with the Southern District of Texas (Galveston Division). The automatic stay takes effect immediately.
  3. 341 meeting - About 30 days after filing, attend a brief meeting of creditors at 601 Rosenberg St, Galveston, TX 77550.
  4. Debtor education - Complete a second financial course before discharge ($10-25).
  5. Discharge - Chapter 7: approximately 60 days after the 341 meeting. Chapter 13: after completing 3-5 year plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which court division handles Brazoria County bankruptcies?

Brazoria County cases are filed in the Southern District of Texas, Galveston Division. The courthouse is at 601 Rosenberg St, Galveston, TX 77550. This is different from other Houston metro counties which use the Houston Division.

Do the same exemptions apply in Brazoria County as in Houston?

Yes. Texas state exemptions apply uniformly across all counties. The homestead exemption is unlimited in value (10 acres urban, 100 acres rural). Personal property exemptions total up to $50,000 (single) or $100,000 (family).

How far is the Galveston courthouse from Brazoria County?

The Galveston Division courthouse is approximately 30-50 miles from most Brazoria County cities. Pearland residents are about 45 minutes away; Angleton residents are about 40 minutes away. Some hearings may be conducted by phone or video.

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