Indiana Divorce Records Search
Public Divorce Records In Indiana
Start with the state court case search to find Indiana divorce case details and the filing county, then request the decree or certified copy from the county clerk.
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Your Lookup Path
Find an Indiana divorce case and obtain the decree or verification
Where To Start
- Use the state court system case search to locate the divorce case and county.
- For decrees or certified copies, contact the county clerk of the court that finalized the divorce.
- If you only need proof of divorce, use the state vital records office verification route.
Best Start Route
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State Court Case Search Route
best for
Finding divorce case listings statewide and identifying the filing county and case number
why this is usually first
Covers multiple counties at once and typically shows party names, case type, county, and docket entries needed for a records request
when to move on
If no case appears, records are too old, or you need a decree or certified copy, continue with the county clerk of court divorce route
Official Lookup Paths
| Lookup Option | Recommended For | Initial Step | Expected Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Court Case Search Route | Statewide discovery of divorce cases and locating the filing county | Search the state court system’s online case index for party name and filter by domestic relations or divorce | Case listing with county and case number; note details for follow-up copy request |
| County Clerk of Court Divorce Route | Obtaining the divorce decree, certified copies, or full case file materials | Contact the clerk of court in the identified county with the case number and request decree or certified-copy handling method | Official copy options, fees, and submission method from the county clerk records route |
| County Court File Lookup First | Older or archived divorces not visible online or needing in-person review | Ask the county clerk about docket or archive lookup and whether the case file is on-site or in county records storage | Confirmation of file location and instructions to view or request copies |
| State Vital Records Office Verification Route | Proof that a divorce occurred and the county/year, when a decree is not required | Request a divorce verification from the state vital records office with basic names and date range | Verification letter or notice with limited details; not a decree |
Access Notes
- Indiana divorces are filed in county courts; certified decrees come from the county clerk that finalized the case.
- State court indexes may not include all historical or sealed cases; check the county clerk if results are missing.
- A state divorce verification confirms occurrence and county/year but is not a substitute for a certified decree.
- Some counties separate clerk of court and county recorder roles; divorce decrees remain a court clerk function.
Search and Request Flow
1) Statewide Case Search
Use the state court system’s case index to search party names and note the county and case number.
2) Confirm County Handling
Contact the county clerk of court listed for the case to confirm copy availability, fees, and request method.
3) Request Your Document
Submit a decree or certified-copy request to the county clerk; if you only need proof, request a state vital-records verification.
Indiana Divorce Records FAQ
Where do I get a certified Indiana divorce decree?
From the clerk of court in the county where the divorce was finalized; use the case number from the state court search.
What if I don’t know the county of divorce?
Start with the state court system case search to identify the county; if not found, ask likely county clerks about local index lookup.
Is a state divorce verification the same as a decree?
No. A verification confirms that a divorce occurred with limited details; a decree contains the court’s orders and requires a county request.
Are older Indiana divorce cases online?
Not always. For older or archived cases, contact the county clerk for docket or archive lookup and instructions for viewing or requesting copies.