Where Are Divorces Recorded?

Divorce decree and other documents relating to the divorce are kept by the courts in compliance to Federal and State laws and in the course of the court's regular and administrative operations. All documents maintained by the courts form part of the documents accessible to the public as court records.

How do I find local divorce records?

Contact the appropriate office. Visit the Vital Statistics office for the county where the divorce took place. If you don't know the county, you can contact the state's Vital Records Office. Reach out to them online, over the phone, or in person.

How can u find out if someone is still married?

Anyone can find out if someone is married by searching the public records for the state and county where the marriage certificate is filed. With access to the internet, you can find the county records without paying a fee, unless you request a copy of the marriage license.