Divorce Records in Rhode Island
Whether divorce records are public in Rhode Island and how to get a copy of a divorce decree or certificate.
Short answer: Divorce case files are kept by the Rhode Island Family Court. The Judiciary says the public records request process (APRA) does not apply to court case files, and copies should be requested from the clerk's office of the court where the case was filed. Rhode Island Judiciary, Record, Report and Document Requests
| Divorce records | Divorce case files are kept by the Rhode Island Family Court. The Judiciary says the public records request process (APRA) does not apply to court case files, and copies should be requested from the clerk's office of the court where the case was filed. The Judiciary's public portal offers case information. Family Court main number: (401) 458-5300; public portal: https://publicportal.courts.ri.gov/PublicPortal |
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FAQ
Are divorce records public in Rhode Island, and how do I get a copy?
Divorce case files are kept by the Rhode Island Family Court. The Judiciary says the public records request process (APRA) does not apply to court case files, and copies should be requested from the clerk's office of the court where the case was filed. The Judiciary's public portal offers case information.
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.