Divorce Records in Idaho
Whether divorce records are public in Idaho and how to get a copy of a divorce decree or certificate.
Short answer: The Department of Health and Welfare issues certified copies of divorce certificates for Idaho divorces filed from May 1947 to the present. Idaho DHW, About Marriage and Divorce Records
| Divorce records | The Department of Health and Welfare issues certified copies of divorce certificates for Idaho divorces filed from May 1947 to the present. A divorce certificate shows that a divorce occurred but does not contain everything in the decree; for a copy of the divorce decree, contact the county where the divorce was granted. In Idaho, marriage and divorce certificates are legally confidential for 50 years. |
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FAQ
Are divorce records public in Idaho, and how do I get a copy?
The Department of Health and Welfare issues certified copies of divorce certificates for Idaho divorces filed from May 1947 to the present. A divorce certificate shows that a divorce occurred but does not contain everything in the decree; for a copy of the divorce decree, contact the county where the divorce was granted. In Idaho, marriage and divorce certificates are legally confidential for 50 years.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.