Utah County Divorce Records Search
Utah County divorce records are maintained by the Fourth District Court, which serves Provo and the surrounding communities of Utah County. The county seat is Provo, and the main courthouse handles the largest share of divorce filings in the county. Residents of cities such as Orem, Lehi, and American Fork file their divorce cases through this same court system. You can search Utah County divorce records online through the state court system or visit the courthouse in person to review case files and obtain certified copies of decrees.
Utah County Quick Facts
Utah County Fourth District Court
The Fourth District Court is the trial court that handles all divorce cases filed in Utah County. The main courthouse sits at 137 North Freedom Boulevard in Provo. Staff at the District Court Clerk office can search for case records, pull files, and provide certified copies of decrees. The clerk's office is open Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
Utah County also has additional court locations to serve residents across this large county. Spanish Fork has a courthouse at 775 West Center Street, serving the southern part of the county. American Fork has a location at 75 East 80 North, Suite 202, which is convenient for residents of Lehi, Alpine, and surrounding areas. A fourth location in Salem serves that area as well. Each location is staffed and can assist with divorce case inquiries for Utah County residents.
The Utah County court directory page lists all current locations, phone numbers, and hours. Always call ahead before visiting to confirm that the location you plan to visit handles the type of records you need.
The lead-in below connects to Utah County court record resources. 
This image displays Utah County court record resources available through the state system. The Fourth District Court manages all case filings, including divorce decrees and related orders, for the residents of Utah County.
| Main Court |
Fourth District Court 137 North Freedom Boulevard Provo, UT 84601 Phone: (801) 429-1000 |
|---|---|
| Spanish Fork |
775 West Center Street Spanish Fork, UT 84660 Phone: (801) 804-4800 |
| American Fork |
75 East 80 North, Suite 202 American Fork, UT 84003 Phone: (801) 756-9654 |
| County Clerk |
100 East Center Street, Room 3600 Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8109 |
Searching Utah County Divorce Records Online
The Utah court system gives two main ways to search divorce records online. XChange is the state's subscription-based court records portal. A one-time signup fee of $25 applies, plus a monthly access fee. XChange gives you the ability to search case details, view dockets, and find basic filing information for Utah County divorce cases. MyCase is the free portal that allows parties to a case and their attorneys to view their own case records at no cost.
To search Utah County divorce records online, go to the Utah Courts self-help page for guidance on using the court search tools. You can search by the name of either party or by case number. Keep in mind that dissolution records are private and can only be viewed by the parties themselves and their legal representatives. However, final orders and decrees are public records in Utah County. Records that are more than 75 years old become fully public and can be accessed by anyone.
Note: If you cannot find a record online, the case may have been filed under a variation of the name or before the court's online system was updated. In that case, contact the District Court Clerk directly at (801) 429-1000.
Utah County Divorce Filing Process
To file for divorce in Utah County, at least one spouse must have lived in Utah and in Utah County for at least three months before filing. This is the residency requirement under Utah Code Section 30-3. You file at the Fourth District Court courthouse in Provo or at the branch closest to your address. The filing fee is approximately $330 for a new petition. Fee waivers are available for those with low income.
After filing, you must serve your spouse with the divorce papers. The court will assign a case number when you file. Utah law sets a mandatory waiting period before a divorce can be finalized. If you have minor children, the wait is 90 days. Without minor children, the wait is 30 days. During this time, both parties may attend a divorce orientation class as required by the court. The divorce decree, once signed by a judge, becomes a part of the public record in Utah County.
Utah follows equitable distribution of marital property. This means the court divides assets and debts in a way it finds fair, though not always equally. Property, debts, and support are addressed in the same divorce case. The Utah Courts self-help center at utcourts.gov has free forms and step-by-step guides for Utah County filers.
The state courts site shown below provides guidance on starting a divorce case. 
This resource outlines the steps for filing and managing a divorce case through the Utah court system, including cases in Utah County.
Utah County Divorce Records Access and History
Utah County has some of the oldest divorce records in the state. The County Clerk has divorce and probate records going back to 1859, and court records from 1885. Marriage records go back to 1887. These older records are kept at the county level and may also be available through the Utah Division of Archives or through FamilySearch's Utah County genealogy resources.
Under GRAMA, the Government Records Access and Management Act at Utah Code Section 63G-2, most divorce records are public. The decree and court orders are open to the public. Some financial details and information about minor children may be redacted in public copies. Records that are 75 or more years old become fully open with no restrictions. You do not need to be a party to access public divorce records in Utah County.
Utah County Vital Records for Divorce
The Utah County Health Department at 151 South University Avenue in Provo, reachable at (801) 851-7005, provides marriage and divorce certificates for events recorded between 1978 and 2010. These certificates are shorter documents that confirm a divorce took place. They show the names of the parties and the date but do not include the full terms of the decree. Many people use certificates to prove marital status for things like remarriage or name changes in Utah County.
For divorces before 1978 or after 2010, go to the Fourth District Court Clerk to obtain a certified copy of the decree. The state Office of Vital Records at vitalrecords.utah.gov also processes requests for statewide vital records. If you need to order a certificate by mail or online, visit the vital record certificate order page for instructions.
Note: A divorce certificate is not the same as a divorce decree. Legal matters such as property transfers usually require the full certified decree from the court, not just the certificate.
Cities in Utah County
Utah County covers a large area along the Wasatch Front and includes many cities and communities. All residents of Utah County file their divorce cases through the Fourth District Court, regardless of which city they live in.
Provo is the county seat and the largest city in Utah County. Other growing cities such as Eagle Mountain and Saratoga Springs also fall under Utah County jurisdiction for divorce filings.
Nearby Counties
Utah County shares borders with several other Utah counties. If you are unsure which county you should file in, check the county associated with your home address. You must file where you reside to satisfy the jurisdictional requirement.