Tucson Divorce Decree Search

Divorce decree records for Tucson residents are kept by the Pima County Superior Court. Tucson is the county seat of Pima County and home to over 540,000 people. All divorce cases filed in Tucson go through the Pima County Clerk of the Superior Court, which maintains case files and provides copies of divorce decrees to the public. The court is located in downtown Tucson at 110 West Congress Street. You can search for divorce decree records online through state portals, visit the clerk office in person, or submit a records request by mail or email. Tucson has been the main judicial center for Pima County since the 1800s, and the court handles divorce cases for the city and surrounding communities.

Pima County Handles Tucson Divorce Decrees

All divorce decree records for Tucson are filed and maintained by the Pima County Superior Court Clerk. The Clerk of the Court serves as the official record keeper for all Superior Court cases in Pima County, including every divorce filed in Tucson. The office is at the main courthouse in downtown Tucson, which has served the community for decades.

The Tucson courthouse sits in the heart of downtown near city offices and federal buildings. You can reach it by Sun Tran bus routes that serve the downtown area. Street parking is available on nearby blocks. There are also parking garages within a short walk. The clerk office processes requests for divorce decree copies during regular business hours. Plan to arrive before 4:00 PM if you need same-day service since staff process payments and finalize requests before closing.

Note: All payments must be made before 4:45 PM.

Search for Divorce Decrees in Tucson

You have several ways to search for divorce decree records in Tucson. The Arizona Public Access system provides free case lookups by name or case number. The Arizona eAccess Portal lets you download documents for a fee. You can also contact the Pima County Clerk office directly to request copies. Each method works well depending on what you need and how quickly you need it.

The Arizona Public Access Case Lookup at apps.azcourts.gov/publicaccess/caselookup.aspx is a free tool that covers Pima County. You select Pima County from the list. Then you search by party name or case number. The system shows case details like filing dates, case type, and parties involved. This helps you confirm which case you need before you pay for copies. It does not show the full text of divorce decrees. It just gives you the basic case info.

For the actual divorce decree document, use the Arizona eAccess Portal at azcourtdocs.gov. Create an account or log in. Search for the case by name or number. Once you find it, you can see a list of all filed documents. Select the divorce decree or any other document you need. Downloads cost $10 per document. Payment is by credit card. The file comes as a PDF you can save or print right away.

The Pima County Clerk also accepts direct requests through their online form at jp.pima.gov/OnlineRecordsRequest/Default.aspx. Fill out the form with case details and your contact info. The clerk office processes requests within five business days. You can pay by phone with a credit card or send payment by mail. They mail copies to you once payment clears.

Filing for Divorce in Tucson

Tucson residents who want to file for divorce must go to the Pima County Superior Court. Arizona is a no-fault divorce state. This means you do not need to prove your spouse did something wrong. The legal term in Arizona is "dissolution of marriage" instead of divorce. You can file if the marriage is irretrievably broken, which means there is no way to fix it.

At least one spouse must have lived in Arizona for 90 days before filing. You do not need to be a Tucson resident for the full 90 days. You just need to be an Arizona resident. If you live in Tucson now, you file at the Pima County courthouse. The filing starts the case. Your spouse gets served with the papers and has a chance to respond. If both parties agree on all terms, you can file a consent decree. This speeds up the process.

Arizona law divides property using community property rules. Assets and debts from the marriage are split between both spouses. The court usually makes a 50-50 split. Property you owned before marriage or got as a gift stays with you. That is called separate property. The divorce decree lists what each person gets and who pays which debts. If you have minor children, the decree includes custody and support terms. Arizona calls custody "legal decision-making" and includes a parenting time schedule in the decree.

The Pima County Self-Service Center helps Tucson residents file divorce cases without a lawyer. The center has forms and staff who can answer questions about the process. They cannot give legal advice, but they can help you fill out the right forms. Visit the center at the courthouse or check sc.pima.gov/how-do-i/ for more info on filing in Tucson.

Divorce Decree Copy Fees in Tucson

The cost to get a copy of a divorce decree in Tucson depends on what type of copy you need. Plain copies cost 50 cents per page. Most divorce decrees are 5 to 15 pages, so a plain copy runs about $2.50 to $7.50. If you need a certified copy with the clerk's seal, add $33 to the total. Certified copies have a raised seal and the clerk's signature. Some agencies require certified copies as proof of divorce.

If you request records by mail, there is an $8 postage and handling fee. This covers the cost of mailing your copies to you. If you pick up copies in person at the Tucson courthouse, you do not pay the mailing fee. Payment methods at the clerk office include cash, debit cards, credit cards, and money orders. Personal checks are not accepted.

The Arizona eAccess Portal charges $10 per document for online downloads. This is separate from the clerk office fees. You pay the $10 to the state system. The download is not certified. If you need a certified copy, you must go through the Pima County Clerk office in Tucson. Online downloads work well when you need a quick copy for your own records and do not need certification.

Note: All fees are subject to change, so call (520) 724-3200 to confirm current rates before visiting the Tucson courthouse.

Online Divorce Decree Access in Tucson

Tucson residents have good online access to divorce decree records through both state and county systems. The Arizona Public Access system is free for basic case lookups. The eAccess Portal charges $10 per document for downloads. The Pima County Clerk also has an online request form that lets you order copies without visiting the courthouse in person.

Online access works 24 hours a day. You can search for a case or download a decree at any time. This is helpful if you work during the clerk office hours or live far from downtown Tucson. The state systems cover cases from many years back, so you can find older divorce decrees as well as recent ones. Most divorce cases in Tucson are available online unless they were sealed by court order.

Some information in divorce cases may be restricted to protect privacy. Cases with protective orders may have certain details sealed. Financial account numbers are often redacted from public copies to prevent identity theft. Information about minor children can also be limited. If a case is fully sealed, you cannot access it online or in person without a court order. Most divorce decrees in Tucson are public records and available to anyone who requests them.

Legal Help for Divorce in Tucson

Several resources exist for Tucson residents who need help with divorce. Community Legal Services offers free legal aid to low-income individuals. They have an office in Tucson at 1033 S. Park Avenue. Call (520) 623-9465 to see if you qualify. Southern Arizona Legal Aid also serves the Tucson area and handles family law cases. You can reach them at (520) 623-9461.

The Pima County Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service. Call (520) 623-4625 to get a referral to a family law attorney in Tucson. The State Bar of Arizona also has a statewide referral line at 1-866-637-9252. These services connect you with attorneys who practice in Tucson and handle divorce cases.

Arizona Court Help at azcourthelp.org is a free self-service website with forms and guides for divorce. You can learn how to file for divorce, respond to a petition, or modify an existing decree. The site has step-by-step instructions and links to the forms you need. The Pima County Law Library at the courthouse also has free resources and staff who can help you find legal information for your divorce case in Tucson.

Pima County Divorce Decree Records

Tucson is in Pima County. All divorce filings for Tucson go through the Pima County Superior Court. The county court handles cases for Tucson and other communities in Pima County. For more details on court locations, full fee schedules, and additional resources, visit the Pima County divorce decree page.

View Pima County Divorce Decree Records

Other Pima County Cities

Several other cities in Pima County also file divorce cases at the Pima County Superior Court in Tucson. Nearby cities include Marana and Casas Adobes. Residents of these cities use the same courthouse and clerk office as Tucson residents.