Contact the clerk of the court where the divorce was finalized
Provide the names of both spouses and the approximate date of the divorce
Ask for a certified copy of the divorce decree
Complete any required request form
Show valid identification if required
Pay the required copy or certification fee
Request the copy in person, by mail, or online if the court offers it
If you do not know the court, check the county where the divorce was filed
If needed, search state court records or vital records resources
If you used an attorney, ask the attorney for a copy from the case file
If the record is sealed or restricted, follow the court’s procedure for access
Keep the certified copy for legal, financial, or name-change purposes