Divorce records in Maricopa County, Arizona, are available through several channels: online tools, the court that issued the decision, the clerk of the court's office, and the state's vital records office. MaricopaCourt.us allows you to quickly find public information about divorce records in this county. Additionally, you can use the public access portal to family court cases of the county's Superior Court, visit the clerk of the court's office in person, or order a divorce certificate through the Arizona Department of Health Services Vital Records Office.
Maricopa Divorce Records Search
Divorce records in Maricopa County are maintained by two main institutions. The Maricopa County Superior Court, through the Clerk of the Superior Court, maintains a complete judicial archive — divorce decrees, property settlement agreements, custody and support orders, as well as all procedural documents in the case. Separately, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) registers divorce certificates as vital records.
Online search for family case information is available through the Docket system for family cases. Note: the data on the portal does not replace the official court record but allows you to find the case number, hearing dates, and case status. To obtain certified copies, you need to contact the clerk's office directly.
Clerk of the Superior Court — Family Court Records
Where Divorce Records Are Filed in Maricopa
In Arizona, divorce cases (dissolution of marriage) are handled exclusively by the Superior Court — a court of general jurisdiction. Once a judge signs the decision, the decree is registered with the Clerk of the Superior Court in Maricopa County. This office is the official custodian of the complete court file.
If you need a specific document from the case — such as a court decision, property settlement agreement, or custody order — contact the court clerk. Necessary forms for filing a new case or making changes to an existing one can be found on the family court forms page.
Meanwhile, the state's Department of Health Services (ADHS) maintains a separate registry. It issues divorce certificates — a brief document confirming the fact of marriage dissolution, without details of the agreement. This is useful when only official confirmation of the divorce is needed for another institution.
Where to Contact Depending on Need
- Complete court file, copy of decree, property agreement, custody order — Clerk of the Superior Court, Maricopa County
- Divorce certificate (extract from the vital records registry) — Arizona Department of Health Services, Vital Records
Arizona Department of Health Services — Vital Records Section
Divorce Record Search Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times in Maricopa
| Service | Fee | Typical Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Regular copy of court document (Clerk of the Superior Court) | $0.50 per page | During visit or 3–5 business days by mail |
| Certified copy of court document (Clerk of the Superior Court) | $26.00 per document | During visit or 5–10 business days by mail |
| Divorce certificate (ADHS Vital Records) | $20.00 | Up to 6 weeks for mail request |
| Expedited certificate processing (ADHS Vital Records) | $20.00 + additional delivery fee | 1–3 business days for in-person request |