Divorce Records in North Dakota
Whether divorce records are public in North Dakota and how to get a copy of a divorce decree or certificate.
Short answer: North Dakota Vital Records does not issue copies of divorce decrees. Certified copies of divorce or annulment records can only be obtained from the county office (clerk of court, or in some counties the recorder or auditor) in the county where the divorce was granted. N.D. Health and Human Services, Vital Records – Divorce
| Divorce records | North Dakota Vital Records does not issue copies of divorce decrees. Certified copies of divorce or annulment records can only be obtained from the county office (clerk of court, or in some counties the recorder or auditor) in the county where the divorce was granted. Vital Records can help identify the county. Court case information can be searched through the court system's public access page. Court case search: https://www.ndcourts.gov/public-access |
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FAQ
Are divorce records public in North Dakota, and how do I get a copy?
North Dakota Vital Records does not issue copies of divorce decrees. Certified copies of divorce or annulment records can only be obtained from the county office (clerk of court, or in some counties the recorder or auditor) in the county where the divorce was granted. Vital Records can help identify the county. Court case information can be searched through the court system's public access page.
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.