Divorce records in Clay County, Florida, can be accessed through several channels. ClayCourt.us can help you find publicly available divorce record information for Clay County. Beyond that, records are available directly from the circuit court that issued the decree, the Clay County Clerk of Court and Comptroller, and the Florida Department of Health's vital records office. The type of document you need determines which office to contact.
Clay Divorce Records Search
Two offices maintain divorce records for Clay County. The Clay County Clerk of Court keeps the complete court file for every divorce finalized in the county — including the final judgment of dissolution, property settlement agreements, parenting plans, custody orders, and all related filings. The Florida Department of Health maintains a separate divorce certificate, which is an abstract confirming that a dissolution was granted.
The Clerk's office allows online searches through its records search portal. Court case records are generally public under Florida Statutes §119, though certain family law documents — such as financial affidavits and records involving minors — may be restricted or confidential.
Clay County Clerk of Court and Comptroller
The Florida Department of Health in Clay County can also issue divorce certificates for dissolutions recorded statewide since June 6, 1927.
Where Divorce Records Are Filed in Clay
In Florida, divorce cases — formally called dissolutions of marriage — are handled by the circuit court. Clay County is part of the 4th Judicial Circuit, and all divorce petitions are filed with the Clay County Clerk of Court, who serves as the clerk of the circuit court.
After a judge signs the final judgment, the Clerk's office retains the entire case file. This is where you go for:
- Copies of the final judgment of dissolution
- Settlement or marital settlement agreements
- Parenting plans and custody orders
- Any motions, orders, or amendments filed in the case
The Florida Department of Health maintains a separate record — the divorce certificate. This is not a copy of the court judgment. It is an abstract that confirms the divorce was finalized, listing the names of the parties, date of dissolution, and county where it was granted. Use this when you need proof a divorce occurred but do not need the full court file.
Contact by Record Type
For court records (full case file, final judgment, settlement agreements):
For divorce certificates (abstract confirming dissolution):
You can also order divorce certificates from the Florida Department of Health statewide office in Jacksonville.
Divorce Record Search Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times in Clay
| Service | Fee | Typical Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Divorce certificate (Florida Department of Health — in person at local office) | $5.00 | Same day to several business days |
| Divorce certificate (Florida Department of Health — mail order) | $5.00 | 2–4 weeks |
| Court record copies (non-certified, per page) — Clerk of Court | $1.00 per page | Varies; often same day for online records |
| Certified copies of court documents — Clerk of Court | $2.00 per page (plus $2.00 certification fee) | Varies by request method |