Murray Divorce Records Utah
Murray divorce records are filed and maintained at the Salt Lake County Third District Court. Murray is a centrally located city in Salt Lake County with about 50,000 residents. Its location near the middle of the Salt Lake Valley makes it convenient to the courthouse in downtown Salt Lake City. This guide covers how to locate, search, and obtain Murray divorce records from the court and related state agencies.
Murray Quick Facts
Where Murray Divorce Records Are Filed
Murray residents file for divorce at the Salt Lake County Third District Court. The main court building is the Scott M. Matheson Courthouse in downtown Salt Lake City. All Murray divorce cases are processed and stored there. Murray is fully within Salt Lake County, so residents have no question about which courthouse to use.
| Court | Third Judicial District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | Scott M. Matheson Courthouse 450 South State Street Salt Lake City, UT 84111 |
| Phone | (801) 238-7300 |
| County Clerk | 2001 South State Street Salt Lake City, UT 84190 |
| Website | utcourts.gov |
The Murray city offices are separate from the court. Municipal records are not the same as divorce records. All Murray divorce records are held by the District Court Clerk, not by city hall. For official copies of a Murray divorce decree or other case documents, contact the Third District Court Clerk at (801) 238-7300.
Note: The Salt Lake County Clerk's office at 2001 South State Street handles county government functions but not divorce case files. Always contact the District Court Clerk for Murray divorce records.
How to Search Murray Divorce Records
Searching for Murray divorce records starts with the Utah Court System online portal. You can search the Third District Court by name or case number at no charge. The portal returns party names, filing dates, current case status, and upcoming hearing dates. This is a good first step before visiting the courthouse in person.
For actual document copies, you must contact the Third District Court Clerk. Staff can retrieve filed documents and make plain or certified copies. Bring a valid photo ID when visiting the courthouse. Certified copies of Murray divorce records carry the official court seal. They are accepted by government agencies, banks, and other institutions that need proof of a divorce. Plain copies are lower in cost and fine for personal reference.
The city of Murray provides local government services and public information for residents, including those seeking guidance on official court and records processes.
Older Murray divorce records may be stored at the Utah Division of Archives and Records Service if they predate the current digital court system. Contact the archives if the online court portal does not return results for an older case. Staff there can search by name and county.
Murray Divorce Filing Process
Filing for divorce in Murray follows the same Utah state law that applies across the state. You file at the Third District Court. The petition starts the case, and every document filed after that becomes part of the official Murray divorce records collection.
To qualify to file in Salt Lake County, at least one spouse must have been a Utah resident and a Salt Lake County resident for at least three months. Murray residents satisfy the county requirement by living in the city. This rule comes from Utah Code § 30-3-1.
Utah is a no-fault divorce state. Irreconcilable differences is the most common ground used in Murray cases. Fault grounds are also recognized under state law. These include adultery, impotency, habitual drunkenness, cruel treatment, willful desertion for more than one year, willful neglect, and felony conviction. Either spouse can file based on fault, but they must be able to support the claim.
Once the petition is filed and served, Utah requires a waiting period before the court can finalize the divorce. That period is 30 days when no minor children are involved. It is 90 days when the case includes minor children. The waiting period begins on the date the divorce petition is filed. During this time, temporary orders may be issued covering custody, support, and property use. After the wait, and once all terms are agreed upon or decided by a judge, the court enters the final divorce decree. The decree dissolves the marriage and becomes a public record. Under GRAMA, Utah Code § 63G-2, most court records including Murray divorce decrees are public, though sensitive personal details are redacted.
Murray Divorce Certificates from Vital Records
The Utah Office of Vital Records handles state-level divorce certificates. These are short official documents that confirm a divorce occurred. They list basic facts but not the full terms of the court order. Certificates are issued for divorces finalized between 1978 and 2010.
The Utah Division of Archives and Records Service holds historical court records and can assist with finding older Murray and Salt Lake County divorce records not available in online systems.
To order a divorce certificate from the state, visit vitalrecords.utah.gov. The first certified copy costs $18. Under Utah Code § 26-2-22, access to certified divorce certificates is restricted to qualifying parties such as the individuals named in the record. For the full Murray divorce decree, request it from the Third District Court Clerk. Most legal situations require the full decree rather than just the certificate.
Legal Help for Murray Residents
Murray residents have access to legal help for divorce cases through multiple channels. Income-based programs provide free assistance to those who qualify.
Utah Legal Services serves Salt Lake County. They can assist eligible low-income Murray residents with divorce forms, legal questions, and in some cases, court representation. Their services are free to qualifying residents based on household income.
The Utah Courts provide extensive self-help materials online. The Utah Courts divorce page has step-by-step guides, required forms, and instructions written for people without legal training. Murray residents who want to file on their own can find everything they need there at no cost. Forms are organized by case type and cover the full range of divorce situations, including those with minor children.
Note: If your Murray divorce case involves disputed property or child custody, speaking with a family law attorney before filing is a good idea. Even a single consultation can help clarify your options.
Salt Lake County Divorce Records
Murray is located in Salt Lake County. All Murray divorce filings are part of the Salt Lake County Third District Court system. For a full overview of county resources, court contacts, and related records, visit the Salt Lake County divorce records page.
Nearby Utah Cities
Residents of nearby cities may file at the same courthouse or a different one depending on their county. Select a city to learn about divorce records in that area.