South Jordan Divorce Records
South Jordan divorce records are filed and maintained at the Third Judicial District Court in Salt Lake County. South Jordan is a fast-growing city in the southwestern part of the Salt Lake Valley with around 75,000 residents. All divorce cases for South Jordan residents go through the Salt Lake County court system. The District Court Clerk maintains the full case files and handles requests for copies of divorce decrees and other documents. South Jordan residents can search and obtain divorce records online or by visiting the courthouse in person.
South Jordan Quick Facts
Where South Jordan Residents File for Divorce
South Jordan residents file all divorce cases at the Third Judicial District Court. The Scott M. Matheson Courthouse in downtown Salt Lake City handles all divorce filings for Salt Lake County, which includes South Jordan. You file new cases at the clerk's window and make requests for copies of South Jordan divorce records at the same location.
| Court | Third Judicial District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 450 South State Street Salt Lake City, UT 84111 |
| Phone | (801) 238-7300 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | utcourts.gov |
The courthouse is about 20 miles north of South Jordan. Plan extra travel time if you are heading there during morning or evening rush hours. Bring a photo ID. Security screens all visitors at the entrance. Call ahead at (801) 238-7300 to ask about what you need to bring when picking up South Jordan divorce records. The Salt Lake County Clerk's office is at 2001 South State Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84190, and handles related county administrative services.
How to Find South Jordan Divorce Records
You can begin your search for South Jordan divorce records through the Utah Courts public case lookup portal. This free tool lets you search by party name or case number. Results show basic information such as filing dates, case status, and the names of both parties. The portal does not give access to actual documents. For copies of filed papers or the final decree, contact the District Court Clerk directly.
Searching by full name is the most common approach. Use both first and last names when possible. If you are searching for a person with a common name, adding an approximate year of filing helps filter results. Knowing whether the divorce was filed in Salt Lake County confirms you are searching the right court. All South Jordan divorce cases are in Salt Lake County under the Third District.
In-person searches at the courthouse let you review the full case file. Staff at the clerk's window can locate files by name or case number and make copies for you. Certified copies carry a higher fee than plain copies. Call (801) 238-7300 to confirm current copy fees before visiting. Allow extra time during busy periods when the clerk's office may have a longer wait.
Note: Online access through the Utah Courts portal may not include all older records. Some historical South Jordan divorce files may only be available in paper form at the courthouse or through the Utah Division of Archives.
The Utah Courts divorce self-help page explains the records access process for all districts, including the Third District.
South Jordan City's official resources can help connect residents with the right office for public records requests.
South Jordan Divorce Filing Process
Filing for divorce in South Jordan follows Utah state law. The process starts with meeting the residency requirement. Under Utah Code § 30-3-1, at least one spouse must have been a resident of Utah and of Salt Lake County for at least three months before the filing date. South Jordan residents who have lived here for more than three months can file without any waiting period for residency.
You bring the completed petition and required forms to the Third District Court clerk in Salt Lake City. The standard filing fee is approximately $330. After the clerk accepts the filing, you must serve your spouse. Utah allows service through the county sheriff, a licensed process server, or other approved methods. The proof of service is filed with the court and becomes part of the South Jordan divorce record.
Utah divorce law allows both no-fault and fault-based grounds. No-fault divorce is based on irreconcilable differences. Fault grounds include adultery, willful desertion for more than one year, willful neglect, habitual drunkenness, felony conviction, impotency, and cruel treatment. South Jordan residents can use whichever grounds apply to their situation.
Once the case is filed and served, a waiting period begins. Cases with no minor children wait 30 days. Cases that include minor children wait 90 days. During this period, the parties may negotiate a settlement. Both spouses can submit a joint stipulation and settlement agreement for the judge to review. When the judge signs the decree, the divorce is final and the decree becomes a public record under Utah Code § 63G-2.
South Jordan Divorce Certificates
After a divorce is final, you may need a copy of the divorce certificate. This document is different from the divorce decree. The certificate is a short record issued by the state health office that confirms the divorce took place. A decree is the full court order signed by the judge. Both documents can serve as proof of divorce, but they are used for different purposes. Check what the requesting agency needs before you order.
The Utah Office of Vital Records issues divorce certificates for divorces that took place between 1978 and 2010. You can order online or by mail. The fee is $18 per certified copy. For South Jordan divorces outside that range, the Third District Court is the correct source. Call the clerk at (801) 238-7300 to request a certified copy of the decree for older or more recent cases.
Order a certified Utah divorce certificate through the Office of Vital Records online ordering page.
South Jordan residents can order a certified divorce certificate through the Utah Office of Vital Records online or by mail.
Note: A divorce certificate confirms only the basic facts of the divorce. It does not include custody terms, property division, or other details from the decree. For matters requiring the full court order, request a certified copy of the decree from the Third District Court.
Legal Help for South Jordan Divorce
South Jordan residents have access to several legal resources for divorce cases. Private family law attorneys operate throughout Salt Lake County. For those who need low-cost or free help, other options exist.
Utah Legal Services provides free legal assistance to qualifying residents across Salt Lake County, including South Jordan. They cover family law matters including divorce, custody, and support. Income guidelines apply. Contact them to find out if you qualify before scheduling an appointment.
The Utah Court System self-help center at utcourts.gov/en/self-help has downloadable forms, step-by-step filing guides, and instructions for handling your own divorce case. This is a good resource for South Jordan residents who want to file without an attorney. If children are part of the case, additional forms are required including a parenting plan and child support worksheet. Court staff can tell you which forms apply to your South Jordan divorce case.
Salt Lake County Divorce Records
South Jordan is in Salt Lake County. All South Jordan divorce filings are part of the Salt Lake County court system under the Third District. For a complete look at the county court system, fees, and related offices, visit the Salt Lake County divorce records page.
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