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Florida Divorce Records Available Online

By Ben Kingsley


The State of Florida is one tough cookie when it comes to filling for divorce; nonetheless, obtaining marriage records or any public records here is one of the fastest and hassle-free activities, thanks to their online services. Of course, calling the office or mailing and asking for a Florida Divorce Record is still allowed. However, if one wants expediency, then sending an application online is one of the fastest ways to do so.

Getting a divorce record is the same as getting public records. People who want information on certain divorce cases can check out the Bureau of Vital Statistics webpage. The office provides information on divorce cases after June 6, 1927. However, it does not have records before this date. People who are looking for divorce granted before the particular date can check the local Court clerk where the divorce was released. If the dates are unclear, requesting the Office for a particular divorce records is also allowed.

Each record file that one requests costs about $5 with the additional certificate at $4. An additional fee of about $2 is added to the total amount if one is unsure of the exact date the divorce took place. Take note that the amount is for each additional year and processing can take awhile. If you really need the certificates, you might want to avail of the Rush services which costs $10.00. Express delivery services cost about the same. For express delivery, though, you have to include the payment and a self-addressed stamped envelope. You have to wait 2-3 business days for the Office to process your request. For copies of the certificate, one has to wait four to five working days.

The form is available in three different languages - English, Spanish and Creole. Simply download the Application for Divorce or Annulment Record form and fill in the details. Remember to include all the important information such as the name of the husband and wife and the city or county where the divorce was obtained.

If you are not sure about the complete name of the wife, you have to make sure that you include the complete name of the husband, as the divorce records are usually indexed under the husband's name only. The details of the person who requested the information should also be included as well as any necessary information like phone number and the mailing address the Bureau might need.

Getting a divorce in Florida is tough as the State wants to ensure that there are specific grounds for one to divorce his or her other half or annul the marriage. With that said, once the divorce is granted, getting a copy of your annulment or divorce certificate is easy. Applying for the divorce certificate is stress-free and can be done by accessing the Bureau of Office Marriage and Divorce Record page.




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