Divorce Records in District of Columbia
Whether divorce records are public in District of Columbia and how to get a copy of a divorce decree or certificate.
Short answer: Divorce cases are filed with the Superior Court's Family Court, Domestic Relations Branch, which provides certified copies and review of public case files. D.C. Superior Court, Family Court – Domestic Relations Branch
| Divorce records | Divorce cases are filed with the Superior Court's Family Court, Domestic Relations Branch, which provides certified copies and review of public case files. To request a copy of documents, email FamilyCourtCertifiedCopies@dcsc.gov or call (202) 879-1212. The clerk's office is in the Moultrie Courthouse, 500 Indiana Avenue NW (Room JM-30), open weekdays 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
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FAQ
Are divorce records public in District of Columbia, and how do I get a copy?
Divorce cases are filed with the Superior Court's Family Court, Domestic Relations Branch, which provides certified copies and review of public case files. To request a copy of documents, email FamilyCourtCertifiedCopies@dcsc.gov or call (202) 879-1212. The clerk's office is in the Moultrie Courthouse, 500 Indiana Avenue NW (Room JM-30), open weekdays 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
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