Divorce Records in Missouri
Whether divorce records are public in Missouri and how to get a copy of a divorce decree or certificate.
Short answer: Vital records in Missouri are not open to the general public; copies go only to people with a direct and tangible interest, including immediate family members. Missouri DHSS, Order a Copy of a Vital Record; Notice of Fees
| Divorce records | Vital records in Missouri are not open to the general public; copies go only to people with a direct and tangible interest, including immediate family members. The Department of Health and Senior Services issues a Certified Statement Relating to Divorce for $15, showing only the spouses' names, date of divorce and county; statewide reporting of divorces began July 1, 1948. A certified copy of the actual divorce decree can only be obtained from the Circuit Clerk in the county where the decree was granted (fees vary). Fees: https://health.mo.gov/vital-records-registries/vital-records/notice-fees |
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FAQ
Are divorce records public in Missouri, and how do I get a copy?
Vital records in Missouri are not open to the general public; copies go only to people with a direct and tangible interest, including immediate family members. The Department of Health and Senior Services issues a Certified Statement Relating to Divorce for $15, showing only the spouses' names, date of divorce and county; statewide reporting of divorces began July 1, 1948. A certified copy of the actual divorce decree can only be obtained from the Circuit Clerk in the county where the decree was granted (fees vary).
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.