La Paz County Divorce Records

La Paz County divorce records are maintained by the Superior Court Clerk in Parker. This western Arizona county stretches along the Colorado River and includes both year-round residents and seasonal visitors. The clerk office keeps all divorce decrees, petitions, responses, and related court documents. You can request copies in person at the courthouse or search case information through online state portals. The relatively small population means the office often provides quick turnaround on records requests.

La Paz County Clerk of Superior Court

The La Paz County Superior Court Clerk is the official record keeper for all court cases including divorce. Hollie Lucas serves as the current clerk. The office handles everything from filing new cases to providing copies of old records. Staff can help you understand what documents are available and how to get them.

Find the clerk office at 1316 Kofa Avenue, Suite 607 in Parker, AZ 85344. The phone number is (928) 669-6131. Fax requests to 928-669-2186 if you prefer that method. Office hours run Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The office closes on state holidays. Plan your visit during these hours to ensure staff can assist you with your divorce records request.

La Paz County uses some forms from Maricopa County. The clerk website notes you should cross out Maricopa County and write in La Paz County on these forms. This is normal and the court accepts them with this change. The Self-Service Center forms work the same way. Just update the county name before you file.

The image below shows the La Paz County clerk website where you can find forms and contact information.

The website provides links to online payment options and court forms you may need for your case.

Searching La Paz County Divorce Records

The statewide Public Access case lookup lets you search for La Paz County cases online for free. This system shows basic case information like party names, case numbers, and filing dates. It also displays some minute entries from hearings. You cannot download full documents here, but you can find case numbers to use for document requests.

The screenshot below shows the Arizona Public Access portal that covers La Paz County cases.

Enter party names or case numbers to find divorce records in the system.

For full document access, use the eAccess portal. Each document costs ten dollars to view and download. This includes divorce decrees, petitions, property agreements, and parenting plans. The system runs 24 hours a day. You can also get electronic certification through eAccess, which saves a trip to the courthouse.

In-person searches at the clerk office are free. Come to the courthouse during business hours and staff will help you look up cases. When you find what you need, you can order copies on the spot. This method works well when you are not sure exactly what documents you need from a divorce file.

La Paz County Divorce Record Fees

Copies cost 50 cents per page for all court documents. This is the standard rate under Arizona law. A divorce decree might run 5 to 20 pages depending on the case complexity. Property settlements and parenting plans add more pages to the total.

Certification costs 35 dollars per document. The clerk puts a raised seal on the copy that proves it is authentic. You need certified copies for many legal purposes like name changes with the Social Security Administration or proving divorce status for a new marriage license. Plain copies work for personal records or informal use.

The clerk office takes online payments through ncourt.com. This is convenient if you want to pay ahead of time or cannot visit in person. There may be a small processing fee from the payment vendor. You can also pay in person with cash, money order, or credit card. Call the office to confirm what payment methods they accept for your specific request.

Note: Filing fees for new divorce cases are separate from copy fees for existing records.

Divorce Assistance in La Paz County

People filing for divorce without a lawyer can use the Arizona Courts Self-Service Center. This site has all the forms you need for a La Paz County divorce. Instructions guide you through each step of the process. The site covers both divorces with children and without.

Arizona requires a 60-day waiting period from service of the divorce petition. This means even if you and your spouse agree on everything, you must wait 60 days before the court can finalize the divorce. This rule comes from A.R.S. Title 25 which covers marital and domestic relations in the state.

One spouse must have lived in Arizona for at least 90 days before filing. La Paz County is the right place to file if one or both spouses live here. If you recently moved, check that you meet the residency requirement before you start your case. The clerk can answer questions about whether you should file in La Paz County or somewhere else.

Low-income residents may qualify for fee waivers. You file a form with the court explaining your financial situation. If the judge approves, the court waives some or all filing fees. This does not affect copy fees for getting records later. Ask the clerk office about deferrals if you cannot afford the costs to file your case.

Cities in La Paz County

La Paz County includes Parker, Quartzsite, and several smaller communities along the Colorado River. All divorce cases for these areas go through the La Paz County Superior Court in Parker. Municipal courts do not handle divorce filings. Whether you live in Parker or the remote areas of the county, you go to the same courthouse for divorce matters.

Nearby Arizona Counties

La Paz County borders Yuma County to the south and Mohave County to the north. If the divorce happened in another county, contact that county clerk for records.