How do I find out if someone is divorced in California?

How do I find out if someone is divorced in California?

To obtain a Divorce Record (or Marriage Record) in the State of California, the first step is to visit the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) or the Superior Court in the Superior Court of the county where the divorce was filed.

Are divorce records public California?

In California, divorces are public record and are accessible through the California Department of Public Health. Informational copies of divorce records are available to anyone upon request.

What is a California divorce decree?

In the context of California family law, a “divorce decree” is referring to the family law court’s ruling and judgment order that makes marriage termination official. A divorce decree is a court document that is a final judgment from a family law court.

Can you get alimony after divorce is final in California?

Spousal support may be litigated during a divorce, legal separation or even a nullity case, at the conclusion of the divorce or legal separation, or anytime after the conclusion of a divorce or legal separation case so long as the court has retained the power to order spousal support.

How do I get a copy of my divorce decree in Santa Clara County?

To get copies of divorce documents, go to the courthouse and ask for a copy, or send a request through the mail. To visit the courthouse or send a request by mail, see directions, addresses and business hours on the Family Justice Center Courthouse page.