Divorce Records California Online Search

By Claire Dowell


Divorce records in California are only one of the many documents that have been opened for public access in the state. This makes it easier for the residents of the state to request for a copy of such document should they have a need for it.

A couple usually decides to file divorce if they think that the problems in their marriage can no longer be fixed. Such emotional event has to be documented. The separation of couple is documented to make it official. With this, the document can then be used in a number of transactions that call for such documents. Some transactions in the government would require a copy of a divorce certificate since it will serve as proof of one's identity. Insurance related matters and other financial matters are examples of transactions that require such document. Marriage is another use of such document. Without it, the application for remarriage may be denied.

Just like any other divorce records in the country, California divorce certificate would contain the details about the couple's separation. One would know when and where the separation was legalized. The document is not complete without the complete names of the couple and some personal details as well as information on their marriage. However, a public document only has the basic information. Details such as the reason for the separation are kept private along with the division of properties and assets of the couple and the child custody.

There are several things that should be kept in mind when planning to request for a copy of a divorce certificate. The document is only released if the one who requested it is the divorcee himself or their immediate family. It is important that the requesting individual can provide details about the separation since it will be used as reference when conducting the search. Furthermore, the requesting individual has to provide their contact details on the request form since it will be used to verify the relationship to the person on the file.

Unlike many states, the state of California does not release a copy of a divorce certificate through the office of the Vital Records Section, only the county Clerk of Supreme Court can. The state office however, can verify some information for you and can tell you where the document can be requested. Sadly, the verification process cost $13 only. The retrieval fees may vary on where the request was made. The state office accepts mailed in request but the results of the search can be sent back only after a few days since it was requested.

To hasten the search process, one can request for the document online. This is way faster and hassle free since there is no need to go to any office just to file the request. Some websites even lets the users search for a copy of a divorce records free of any fees.




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