Westchester County Divorce Decree Lookup

Westchester County divorce decree records are managed by the County Clerk's Legal Division in White Plains. County Clerk Timothy C. Idoni oversees all court records, including divorce decrees filed through the Supreme Court in the 9th Judicial District. To get a copy, you can visit the office at 110 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. or mail a request to Room 330. Westchester County has specific rules for divorce record access, and the Legal Division handles all requests. The office also has a detailed fee schedule and clear steps for both in-person and mail requests.

Westchester County Divorce Decree Office

The Westchester County Clerk's Legal Division handles all divorce decree requests. The office is in Room 330 at 110 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., White Plains, NY 10601. Call at (914) 995-3070 or email CC-Legal@westchestergov.com. County Clerk Timothy C. Idoni oversees all operations. The main office phone is (914) 995-3080. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

To get a copy of a Westchester County divorce decree, you must be a party to the action or an attorney of record. Bring a valid photo ID. The clerk accepts a driver's license or passport. If you are not a party to the divorce, you need a notarized release from one of the parties before the clerk will give you access to the file. This is stricter than some other counties, so come prepared.

The fee for copies is $1.25 per page with a minimum of $5.00 and a maximum of $40.00. If you do not have the case number, there is an additional $5.00 search fee. Payment is by check made out to the Westchester County Clerk. For mail requests, send your letter to: Office of the Westchester County Clerk, Legal Division, Room 330, 110 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., White Plains, NY 10601. Include your ID copy, the names of both parties, and your payment.

Here is the Westchester County Clerk's page for marriage and divorce records, which outlines the procedures and fees for getting copies of divorce decrees.

This page covers the access requirements, fee schedule, and mailing address for divorce decree requests in Westchester County.

Search Westchester County Divorce Decrees

The Westchester County Supreme Court is part of the 9th Judicial District. The courthouse is at 111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., White Plains, NY 10601. The Civil Department is on the 9th floor, and you can call at (914) 824-5300. Chief Clerk Lisa D'Angelo and Deputy Chief Clerks James Scully and Rohan Cumberbatch manage the court operations. The Criminal Department is on the 2nd floor at (914) 824-5400.

All divorce cases in Westchester County go through the Supreme Court. The court has a busy calendar. Westchester is one of the most populous counties in New York, so there are a lot of divorce filings each year. When the judge signs the final judgment, it becomes the official divorce decree. That decree is filed with the County Clerk in Room 330 for permanent storage.

WebCivil Supreme lets you search Westchester County divorce cases online for free. Look up cases by party name, index number, or attorney. The results show case status and filing dates. The full divorce decree is sealed under DRL Section 235, so you cannot view it online. But the search gives you the case details you need to request records from the clerk. The NYSCEF electronic filing system may have documents for newer cases as well.

Divorce Decree Laws in Westchester County

Section 235 of the Domestic Relations Law seals all Westchester County divorce files for 100 years from the date of the final decree. The pleadings, testimony, findings, and the decree itself are confidential. Only the parties, their attorneys, or someone with a court order can view the full file. Westchester County takes this rule seriously and requires a notarized release if a non-party wants to see the records.

A certification of disposition is available to anyone. This document confirms the case outcome without sharing the private terms of the divorce. The fee is $5 per two-year period searched. Under Judiciary Law Section 255, the clerk must search records and make copies for eligible requesters who pay the right fees.

For divorces after January 1, 1963, the NYS Department of Health has a divorce certificate. The mail fee is $30. Online orders are $45 plus a vendor fee. For divorces before 1963, the Westchester County Clerk is the only source for the full decree. The New York State Archives has guidance on older divorce records that may be available for research.

Westchester County Divorce Decree Help

The NYS Unified Court System website has free divorce forms and instruction booklets. They cover both uncontested and contested cases. The New York State Bar Association referral line is 1-800-342-3661 if you need a lawyer in Westchester County.

For free help, Ask a Law Librarian answers questions about divorce decree records and court procedures. Legal Services of the Hudson Valley provides free legal assistance to qualifying Westchester County residents. The Westchester County Bar Association also has a referral service at (914) 761-5151 that can connect you with local attorneys who handle divorce cases.

The office is currently under renovation but remains open and functional. If you have trouble finding the right entrance, call (914) 995-3080 for directions. The staff are helpful and can walk you through the request process over the phone before you visit.

Nearby Counties

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