Free Divorce Records Request Letter

Copies of divorce records are generally filed in the city, county, or other local office where the event occurred. The help for this request letter identifies the information commonly required in order to request these documents. Because of the vast number of possible offices where divorce records may be obtained, this program does not provide a listing of such addresses.

To obtain the appropriate address, refer to a telephone book, call directory assistance or refer to the government web site for the locale where the event occurred.

When you call the local records office, you should request the following information:

1. the appropriate address;

2. The applicable fee and acceptable form of payment; and

3. Information regarding to whom payment should be made.

Once you have obtained this information, you can prepare the letter requesting an annulment or divorce decree.

1. Sign the letter.

2. Keep a copy of the letter for your records.

3. Enclose the appropriate fee.