Saturday 29 March 2014

Florida Divorce Records Quick Access Online

By Ben Kingsley


The State of Florida is one tough cookie when it comes to filling for divorce; nonetheless, obtaining marriage records or any public records here is one of the fastest and hassle-free activities, thanks to their online services. Of course, calling the office or mailing and asking for a Florida Divorce Record is still allowed. However, if one wants expediency, then sending an application online is one of the fastest ways to do so.

Getting divorce records is the same as requesting for one's marriage record. One can get it by checking out Florida's Bureau of Vital Statistics website. The website contains information pertaining to divorce proceedings and granted starting from June 1927. If one is looking for records before the date indicated, the Bureau has no record but you can request for it from the Court Clerk of the county where the divorce was granted. One may also send in their request to the Office of the Vital Statistics if one is not aware of the actual time or date.

Divorce records cost about $5 each and $4 for each succeeding request(s). However, one should order all at the same time to avail of the discount. For non-specific inquiry, (or when the exact year is unknown), a charge of $2 for each succeeding year is required. Processing depends on business days as well so it may take a few days especially if you send your request over the weekend or at the end of the week. Rush services and express deliveries (24-hour shipping) are also available for a minimal fee of $10 for both services. Rush service processing time is from three to five working days. For express deliveries, the person who requests the service should send a self-addressed stamped envelope together with the order and delivery fee.

The form is available in three different languages - English, Spanish and Creole. Simply download the Application for Divorce or Annulment Record form and fill in the details. Remember to include all the important information such as the name of the husband and wife and the city or county where the divorce was obtained.

If you are not sure about the complete name of the wife, you have to make sure that you include the complete name of the husband, as the divorce records are usually indexed under the husband's name only. The details of the person who requested the information should also be included as well as any necessary information like phone number and the mailing address the Bureau might need.

When it comes to divorce proceedings, the State of Florida laws are strict and as such, many are frustrated; however, once the divorce is finalized, procuring the divorce records is easy and fast. One can easily access what they want through the Marriage and Divorce Record section of the website. The fact that the Office has also integrated online services to their list of services makes it easier to get records. For those looking for faster services and value for their time, online service is the most logical and practical option available.




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