Gila County Divorce Records Search

Gila County divorce records are kept by the Clerk of the Superior Court with offices in Globe and Payson. This central Arizona county spans from the desert floor to pine covered mountains and serves a diverse population across several communities. The clerk office stores all divorce case files and can provide copies of decrees, petitions, and related documents. You can request records in person at either office location, by mail, or through online payment options. Staff are available to help you find the records you need and explain the request process.

Gila County Clerk of Superior Court

The Gila County Clerk of the Superior Court is the official record keeper for all court cases including divorce. The main courthouse is in Globe at 1400 E. Ash Street on the 3rd floor, Globe, AZ 85501. This is where the primary records are stored and where most processing happens. The Globe office handles the bulk of records requests for the county.

A satellite office in Payson serves the northern part of the county. That office is at 714 S. Beeline Highway, Suite 104, Payson, AZ 85541. Both locations can help with divorce record requests. If you live closer to Payson, you can use that office instead of driving to Globe. Staff at either location access the same records system.

Contact the clerk office by phone at (928) 425-3231. The toll free number is 800-304-4452. The fax is (928) 425-7802. The Office of the Clerk can also be reached at 928-402-8866. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The offices are closed on weekends and state holidays.

The Gila County clerk page below shows office information and services.

Check the official Gila County clerk website for current contact details and hours.

This page provides details about the clerk office services and how to reach staff for records help.

How to Search Divorce Records in Gila County

In-person searches work well if you can visit Globe or Payson. Walk in during office hours and tell staff what you need. You can view public case files at no charge. Staff will help you find the right file and let you review it. Once you decide which pages you need, you pay for copies. This approach saves money when you only need certain documents from a larger file.

The Gila County records request page explains how to get copies of divorce documents and other court records.

Follow the steps on this page to submit your records request and learn about available options.

Phone and online requests are also accepted. Call the office or pay online, then the clerk will process your request. Documents can be emailed to you at no extra cost. If you want them mailed instead, add the postage fee. This option works well for people who cannot visit in person but need official copies.

The statewide eAccess portal offers another way to get Gila County divorce records. Search by party name or case number. Each document costs ten dollars to download. The system works around the clock so you can access records any time. This is often the fastest way to get a divorce decree when you know what case you need.

Gila County Divorce Record Fees

Copy fees are 50 cents per page for any court document. This is the standard rate across Arizona set by statute. You pay this amount for each page of the divorce decree, petition, or other filing you need copied.

Certification costs 35 dollars per document plus the 50 cents per page for copies. A certified copy has an official seal that proves it is a genuine court record. Many places that need proof of divorce will only accept certified copies. Calculate your total by adding the page cost and certification fee together. A 10 page certified divorce decree would cost 5 dollars in copies plus 35 dollars certification for a total of 40 dollars.

Research fees apply when you do not have a case number. The fee is 35 dollars for the clerk to search records and find your case. Providing names, dates, and other details helps narrow the search. If you come in person and search yourself, there is no research fee. You only pay for the copies you request.

The Gila County online payment portal lets you pay for records without visiting the courthouse.

Use this portal to pay for copies or other court services from home.

Postage and handling is 8 dollars if you want documents mailed to you. Otherwise, the clerk can email documents at no extra charge. Online payments through NCOURT at gilasuperiorcourtpay.com are accepted. You can also pay by phone at 1-844-310-0743. These options make it easy to pay without a trip to the courthouse.

Divorce Resources in Gila County

The Arizona Courts Self-Service Center provides free divorce forms and instructions. All forms needed to file in Gila County are available online. The site has guides that walk you through each step of the process. This helps people who want to handle their own divorce without hiring a lawyer.

Arizona requires a 90 day residency before filing for divorce. Under A.R.S. Title 25, one spouse must live in Arizona for at least 90 days prior to filing. You can file in Gila County if you or your spouse meets this requirement and lives in the county. Military members stationed in Arizona also qualify.

The clerk office can answer questions about forms and procedures but cannot give legal advice. Staff can tell you what forms you need, where to file them, and how much fees will cost. For legal questions about your specific situation, consider contacting a family law attorney or legal aid organization. The AZ Court Help website offers free legal information for people in Arizona.

Note: Always confirm current fees with the clerk office before submitting payment, as costs may change from time to time.

Cities in Gila County

Gila County includes Globe, Payson, Miami, and several smaller communities. None of these cities meet the population threshold for separate pages on this site. All divorce cases for Gila County residents are handled by the Superior Court. The Globe and Payson offices both serve county residents. Municipal courts in these cities handle only traffic and misdemeanor cases, not divorce matters.

Nearby Arizona Counties

If your divorce was filed in a different county, contact that county's clerk office for records. Gila County shares borders with several other Arizona counties.