Divorce records fall in the category of vital records, which the state is responsible, for maintaining. These records come under the public domain and so you are legally entitled to ask for it if you need to.
Out of three marriages in the US, one ends up in divorce. So, there is a good chance that the person you are in love with, might have been married before. It is also possible that the person might have filed for divorce. However, divorce might not have been granted yet. So it is a good idea to check and find out the exact status before you put that signature on the marriage document. If the person isn't divorced yet, your marriage will not be legally binding.
Delaware has been recording divorce records since 1953. To obtain these records, you will need to visit the state office of Vital Records of Delaware. There is no official form available that you can fill out. To get the divorce record, you have to send a written application requesting for the records.
If you wish to access the divorce records of an individual in the state, you will need to approach the vital records office of the state. You must apply to the authorities requesting for the record. You can send that application to:
Division of Public Health
Office of Vital Statistics
P.O. Box 637
Phone number: (302)739-4721
The office then forwards your application to the office in the appropriate county where the divorce was granted. The county offices in the state have been recording divorces since 1975. If you wish to search for divorce records before 1975, you will need to visit the county where the divorce was granted.
If you already know the county where the divorce was granted, it is best that you send your application directly to the county office.
Your application for the record should be very short and precise. Do not write a long-winding letter explaining why you must get it. However, do make sure to include all relevant information. Check once more to ensure that have not omitted anything essential.
You need to provide the names of both the people involved in the divorce, and preferably the maiden name of the wife, the date of divorce and the place. If you do not know the exact date of divorce, include a time span. Try to keep the span as short as you can. This will help in the search. Finally, you need to provide information about yourself like your name, address, phone number, your relationship with the divorced person, and your reason for accessing the record. You must also attach a copy of your photo identification with the application. Also, find out the fee and attach a check or money order with the application.
You may get the record from the several online sources too. There are private websites that can help you. Though they will charge some money, but you can get the record you want quickly.
To retrieve copies of Delaware divorce decrees, take these steps:
Step 1.
No official form is available for Delaware divorce records. However, you must nonetheless request divorce records in writing. In your written request, include as much information as possible, such as full names of husband and wife, date of divorce, and place of divorce. Include your contact info and mailing address.
Step 2.
Write a check or money order for $25 for the record fee.
Step 3.
Send your written request to the address below.
You can find additional information at:
Delaware Office of Vital Statistics
417 Federal Street
Dover, DE 19901
(302) 744-4556
Information About Delaware Divorce Records
The State of Delaware has passed laws that require the recording and maintenance of all vital records, including dissolution of marriage records. For that purpose, the Delaware Office of Vital Records was created. While divorce records are not stored at the Vital Records office, all requests will be forwarded to the appropriate county office.
Are There Restrictions to Access Delaware Divorce Records?
Divorce records are available to anyone. All requests must be in writing to the Delaware Office of Vital Statistics.
Can Delaware Divorce Records be Obtained Online?
Divorce records in Delaware may be obtained online through a partnership with VitalCheck.com. An additional fee for this service is required.
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