Search Casa Grande Divorce Records

Casa Grande divorce records are held at the Pinal County Clerk of the Superior Court in Florence. The city of Casa Grande does not maintain divorce records or process divorce cases. Under Arizona law, all divorces go through the county Superior Court system. Casa Grande residents must travel to Florence for in-person courthouse services, though online options exist. This guide explains how to search for and obtain divorce records if you live in Casa Grande or filed your divorce through Pinal County.

Pinal County Handles Casa Grande Divorces

Casa Grande sits in central Pinal County, roughly halfway between Phoenix and Tucson. The city has grown rapidly in recent years as part of the Phoenix metro expansion. Despite its growth, Casa Grande does not have its own Superior Court. All divorce filings for Casa Grande residents go to the Pinal County courthouse in Florence, about 30 miles to the east.

The Casa Grande City Court handles local matters only. Their office at 375 E 9th Street, Casa Grande, AZ 85122 processes traffic tickets, misdemeanor charges, and city ordinance violations. Staff there will direct you to the county if you ask about divorce records. Call the city court at 520-421-8675 if you are not sure where your case belongs. They can confirm whether you need the city or county court.

Arizona Superior Courts have exclusive authority over family law cases. This includes divorce, legal separation, annulment, custody, and child support matters. Municipal courts like Casa Grande City Court cannot hear these cases under any circumstances. The county system keeps all divorce records centralized for public access and legal reference.

Pinal County Clerk Contact for Casa Grande

Rebecca Padilla serves as the Pinal County Clerk of the Superior Court. Her main office is at 971 North Jason Lopez Circle, Building A in Florence, Arizona 85132. The mailing address is P.O. Box 2730, Florence, AZ 85132. Call toll-free at 888-431-1311 or local at 520-509-3555 for assistance. The fax number is 520-866-5320.

The Florence courthouse is about a 30-minute drive from Casa Grande. Take Highway 287 north to Florence. The courthouse complex is easy to find once you reach town. Plan for security screening when you arrive. Staff are available Monday through Friday during business hours to help with record requests and case lookups.

The Pinal County Clerk website has online services to reduce trips to Florence. You can submit record requests electronically and pay online. Staff will contact you within five business days to confirm fees. This option works well for Casa Grande residents who prefer not to drive to the county seat for simple requests.

Note: Florence and Casa Grande have different zip codes and addressing systems, so verify the correct address before mailing anything.

How to Search Casa Grande Divorce Records

Online search saves Casa Grande residents a trip to Florence. The Arizona eAccess portal provides access to Pinal County court documents. Search by party name or case number. Each document costs ten dollars to view. The portal runs 24 hours a day and accepts credit card payments. Most recent divorce records are available through this system.

Free case information is available at Public Access. This shows case numbers, filing dates, and basic status information. No fee required. You can search by party name if you do not know the case number. Use this to verify a case exists before paying for documents through eAccess.

The Pinal County online request form lets you submit a records request without visiting the courthouse. Fill out the form with party names, approximate dates, and what documents you need. Staff will search their records and contact you with availability and fees. This is useful when you need specific documents but do not want to search online yourself.

In-person visits to the Florence courthouse allow free file review. You can look through any public case file at the counter without charge. Staff pull the file and you review it on site. Pay only for copies you want to take with you. This method works best when you need to examine the full file before deciding what to order.

Casa Grande Area Divorce Record Fees

Pinal County charges 50 cents per page for copies. This is the state standard rate. A simple divorce decree might be six to ten pages. Contested divorces with detailed property division run longer. The copy fee applies whether you pick up in person or receive by mail.

Certification costs 35 dollars per document. The certified copy carries an official seal proving it matches the court record. You need certified copies for legal proceedings, government agencies, and some employers. Regular copies work for personal reference. The certification fee is added to the per-page copy cost.

Research fees are 35 dollars per year of records searched. This applies when you do not have a case number and staff must look through records. Providing party names and approximate dates reduces search time. If you know the exact year, the fee is lower. Multiple years of searching multiply the research fee.

Shipping and handling costs eight dollars for mail orders. The Point and Pay portal accepts online payments. In-person payments can be cash, money order, or credit card. Personal checks may not be accepted, so confirm payment options before your visit.

Divorce Resources Near Casa Grande

The Arizona Courts Self-Service Center provides free divorce forms and instructions. Download what you need and complete the paperwork at home. The site explains each step of the divorce process. You can file forms at the Pinal County courthouse in Florence once completed.

Arizona law sets requirements for divorce that apply statewide. Under A.R.S. Title 25, at least one spouse must live in Arizona for 90 days before filing. After filing and serving papers, there is a mandatory 60-day waiting period. The divorce cannot be finalized until after that wait. These rules apply to all Casa Grande residents filing in Pinal County.

Community Legal Services provides free legal assistance to qualifying low-income residents. They handle family law cases including divorce. Call to check if you meet their income guidelines. Southern Arizona Legal Aid also serves parts of Pinal County. These organizations can represent you in court or help you with paperwork.

The Pinal County Superior Court has a self-help center for people without lawyers. Staff explain procedures and help with forms but cannot give legal advice. The State Bar of Arizona lawyer referral service can help you find a family law attorney in the Casa Grande area if you want to hire private counsel.

Nearby Arizona Cities

Other Arizona cities also send divorce cases to their county Superior Court. The county where the case was filed holds the records.

Pinal County Divorce Records

For complete details about Pinal County divorce records, fees, and courthouse services, visit the county page.