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How To Find a Divorce Record In Juneau County in 2026

JuneauRecords.us provides access to publicly available information related to divorce records in Juneau County, Alaska. Members of the public may find case summaries, final decrees, party names, and related court filings through official channels. Available record categories may include dissolution of marriage petitions, final judgments, parenting plans, property settlement agreements, and support orders. Access and completeness of records vary depending on the age of the case and any applicable court-ordered restrictions.

Divorce records in Juneau County may be searched through official resources including the Alaska Court System's online case search portal, the Clerk of Court at the First Judicial District courthouse, public access terminals located at the courthouse, and the Alaska Department of Health's Vital Records office for divorce certificates. The following methods are available to members of the public seeking these records.

Online Searches

1. Clerk of Court Case Search

The Alaska Court System's case search portal (CourtView) is the most common method for locating divorce case records. Members of the public may search by party name or case number at no charge for basic case information. Obtaining copies of documents may require payment of applicable fees. As noted by the Alaska Court System, "a search of court case records on this website is NOT a criminal history records check of a person," and some records may not appear in CourtView.

2. State Court System Portal

The Alaska Court System maintains a statewide portal that allows searches across all judicial districts, including the First Judicial District, which serves Juneau. This consolidated database provides docket entries, case status, hearing dates, and party information for dissolution of marriage cases filed throughout the state.

3. State Vital Records

The Alaska Department of Health Vital Records & Certificates office maintains divorce certificates for dissolutions finalized in Alaska. As stated by the Department of Health, "The Department of Health manages the records of all births, deaths, marriages, and divorces that happen in Alaska." Divorce certificates are distinct from full court case files and provide a summary record of the dissolution. Members of the public may order vital records copies online, by mail, or in person.

In-Person Searches

Clerk of Court — First Judicial District (Juneau)

Alaska Court System — Juneau Superior Court
125 Main Street
Juneau, AK 99801
Phone: (907) 463-4700
Alaska Court System

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (excluding state holidays)

Services available in person include:

Searching case files by party name or case number
Viewing documents at public access terminals
Requesting certified copies of final decrees and other filed documents
Staff assistance with locating records

Alaska Department of Health — Vital Records Office
3601 C Street, Suite 722
Anchorage, AK 99503
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 110675, Juneau, AK 99811-0675
Fax: (907) 465-3618
Vital Records Orders

Walk-in services are available at the Juneau office. Members of the public seeking divorce certificates should complete the Alaska Divorce Certificate Request Form prior to visiting or submitting a mail request.

By Mail

Written Request to Clerk of Court:

Mail to: Clerk of Court, Alaska Superior Court, 125 Main Street, Juneau, AK 99801
Include the following:
- Full names of both parties (including maiden names if applicable)
- Approximate date of divorce
- Case number (if known)
- Requester's full name and contact information
- Purpose of request (if required)
- Payment for applicable copy fees
- Self-addressed stamped envelope for return of documents
Processing time: Requests are processed in the order received; allow one to two weeks for standard requests.

Written Request for Divorce Certificate (Vital Records):

Complete and submit the Alaska Divorce Certificate Request Form
Mail to: Bureau of Vital Statistics, P.O. Box 110675, Juneau, AK 99811-0675
Include required identification and applicable fees

By Phone

The Clerk of Court may be reached at (907) 463-4700. Staff may confirm whether a case exists, provide a case number, confirm case status, and provide the filing date. Staff are not able to provide detailed document contents, copies of filed documents, or confidential case information by telephone.

Through Attorneys

An attorney licensed in Alaska may access court records on behalf of a client, request sealed or restricted documents through appropriate legal motions, and assist with complex or older cases that may require special retrieval. Members of the public seeking legal representation may consult the Alaska Bar Association's referral resources.

Information Needed for Search

Full legal names of both spouses at the time of filing
Maiden names, if applicable
Approximate date of divorce or filing
Case number, if previously obtained

Helpful supplemental information includes the marriage date, prior addresses in Alaska, and names of attorneys of record, if known.

Search in Correct County

Under Alaska Statute § 25.24.010, a petition for dissolution of marriage is filed in the superior court of the judicial district where either spouse resides at the time of filing. Members of the public who are uncertain of the filing location may need to search multiple judicial districts. A divorce may not be searched in the county or district where the marriage occurred unless one spouse also resided there at the time of filing.

Residency Requirement

Alaska does not impose a minimum residency waiting period before filing for divorce; however, the court must have jurisdiction over the parties. At least one spouse must be a resident of Alaska or be stationed in Alaska as a member of the armed forces at the time of filing.

Time Considerations

Recent divorces may not appear in CourtView immediately following the final hearing; allow several business days to weeks for processing.
Older divorces, particularly those predating electronic filing, may be archived in paper format and require additional retrieval time.
Archived records may not be digitized and may require a special request to the Clerk of Court.

What If You Cannot Find a Record

Common reasons a record may not be located include searching the wrong judicial district, name variations between married and maiden names, spelling differences, a case that remains pending and has not been finalized, or a case that has been sealed by court order. Members of the public experiencing difficulty locating a record may contact the Clerk of Court at (907) 463-4700, attempt alternate name spellings, search under both spouses' names, or request a divorce certificate through the Alaska Department of Health vital records orders system.

What Are Juneau County Divorce Records?

Juneau County divorce records are official court documents generated during and after dissolution of marriage proceedings filed in the First Judicial District Superior Court. These records constitute part of the public court file and are maintained by the Clerk of Court as the primary custodian.

Types of Divorce Records

Court case files in dissolution proceedings contain a range of documents, including:

Petition for dissolution of marriage
Response or answer to the petition
Financial affidavits submitted by both parties
Parenting plans (when minor children are involved)
Marital settlement agreements
Motions, responses, and court orders issued during the proceeding
Transcripts of court hearings (when prepared)
Final judgment of dissolution of marriage

The final decree is the official court order that legally ends the marriage. It establishes the date of dissolution, the division of marital property and debts, any spousal support obligations, child custody and visitation arrangements, child support orders, and any court-ordered name changes. Certified copies of the final decree are available through the Clerk of Court.

Supporting documents filed in the case may include financial disclosure statements, property inventories, appraisals, parenting plan details, and post-judgment modification orders.

Purpose of Divorce Records

Divorce records serve a range of legal and personal purposes, including:

Providing proof of marital status for remarriage
Supporting name change documentation
Facilitating property transfers and estate planning
Documenting legal status for immigration proceedings or Social Security benefit claims
Supporting genealogical and family history research

Who Maintains Divorce Records

The Clerk of Court at the First Judicial District maintains complete case files and provides certified copies upon request. The Alaska Department of Health Bureau of Vital Statistics maintains divorce certificates, which provide a summary record of the dissolution rather than the full court file. Under Alaska Statute § 18.50.010, the Department of Health is responsible for the registration of vital records, including divorces, throughout the state.

Are Juneau County Divorce Records Public?

Divorce records filed in the First Judicial District Superior Court are public court records subject to Alaska's public access laws. Members of the public may access basic case information, docket entries, and most filed documents without demonstrating a specific need or interest.

What Is Public

The following information is accessible to the general public:

Case number and filing date
Names of the parties (petitioner and respondent)
Names of attorneys of record
Court hearing dates and times
Court orders and judgments, including the final decree
Property division orders
General case status and docket entries

What May Be Restricted

Certain categories of information within divorce case files are subject to restriction or redaction under Alaska court rules and state law:

Financial information: Social Security numbers, bank account numbers, and credit card numbers are redacted from publicly accessible documents pursuant to Alaska Rules of Civil Procedure.
Children's information: Names, addresses, schools, and medical information pertaining to minor children may be restricted. Custody evaluations, guardian ad litem reports, and psychological evaluations of children may be sealed by court order.
Sensitive personal information: Domestic violence allegations and supporting evidence, mental health records, medical records, and substance abuse treatment information may be restricted or sealed. In cases involving domestic violence, personal addresses and contact information of protected parties are withheld from public access.
Sealed records: A court may seal an entire case file or specific documents upon a showing of good cause, balancing the public interest in transparency against the privacy interests of the parties.

Legal Basis for Public Access

Public access to court records in Alaska is governed by Alaska Administrative Rule 37.5, which establishes the presumption of public access to court records while providing for specific categories of restricted information. Federal protections, including HIPAA for medical information and applicable domestic violence statutes, further limit access to certain sensitive materials.

Who Can Access Records

General public: May access most case information, view docket summaries, and obtain copies of public documents upon payment of applicable fees.
Parties to the case: Have full access to their own case file, including documents that may be restricted from general public access.
Attorneys: May access case files on behalf of clients and may petition the court for access to sealed documents upon a proper showing.
Researchers and media: May access public portions of case files; access to sealed records requires a court order.

Prohibited Uses

Members of the public who obtain divorce records may not use them for stalking, harassment, identity theft, fraudulent purposes, or in violation of any protective order issued by the court.

How Much Does It Cost to Get Divorce Records in Juneau County?

The Alaska Court System and the Alaska Department of Health each maintain separate fee schedules for divorce-related records. Current fees are subject to change and members of the public should confirm applicable fees at the time of request.

Alaska Court System — Clerk of Court Fees

Service	Current Fee
Copies of court documents (per page)	$0.25 per page
Certified copy of final decree or court order	$5.00 per document
Certification fee (per document)	$5.00
Public access terminal use	No charge
Case search (CourtView online)	No charge

Payment at the Clerk of Court is accepted by cash, check, or money order made payable to the Alaska Court System. Members of the public submitting mail requests should include a check or money order for the applicable amount.

Alaska Department of Health — Vital Records Fees

Service	Current Fee
Certified divorce certificate (first copy)	$35.00
Each additional copy ordered at the same time	$20.00

Payment for vital records orders is accepted by credit card (online orders), check, or money order. The Alaska Divorce Certificate Request Form specifies accepted payment methods for mail and in-person requests.

Fee Waivers

The Alaska Court System may waive fees for indigent parties upon submission of a completed fee waiver application. Fee waivers apply to parties to the case and are not available to third-party requesters. Vital records fees are not subject to waiver under current Department of Health policy.

What Is Available at No Charge

Online case searches through CourtView
Viewing documents at public access terminals at the courthouse
Confirmation of case existence and status by telephone

What's Included in Divorce Records in Juneau County

A complete dissolution of marriage case file maintained by the Clerk of Court at the First Judicial District Superior Court contains documents generated throughout the proceeding, from initial filing through final judgment and any post-judgment actions.

Basic Case Information

Each case file includes a case caption identifying the case number, court name and division, names of the petitioner and respondent, the judge assigned to the matter, and attorneys of record. Filing information includes the date the petition was filed, filing fees paid, and the jurisdictional basis for the proceeding.

Initial Pleadings

The petition for dissolution of marriage sets forth the petitioner's identifying information, the respondent's identifying information, the date and location of the marriage, the date of separation if applicable, the grounds for divorce (Alaska is a no-fault state, recognizing incompatibility of temperament under Alaska Statute § 25.24.050), information regarding minor children, property claims, and the relief requested. The respondent's answer or response sets forth the respondent's position, admissions or denials, and any counterpetition for relief.

Financial affidavits submitted by both parties disclose income from all sources, monthly expenses, assets including real property, vehicles, bank and investment accounts, and retirement accounts, as well as liabilities including mortgages, loans, and credit card debt.

Discovery Documents

Discovery materials filed with the court may include financial disclosure documents such as tax returns, pay stubs, bank statements, and investment account statements; written interrogatories and answers under oath; and requests for production of documents with responsive materials.

Property-Related Documents

The case file contains a marital asset inventory describing and valuing real property, vehicles, bank and investment accounts, retirement accounts, business interests, and personal property. A corresponding debt inventory identifies mortgages, car loans, credit card obligations, and other liabilities. Appraisals and expert valuations of real property, business interests, and personal property may also be included.

Children-Related Documents

When minor children are involved, the case file contains a parenting plan establishing legal and physical custody, a timesharing schedule including regular, holiday, summer, and vacation provisions, transportation arrangements, and decision-making responsibilities for education, healthcare, religion, and extracurricular activities. Child support calculation worksheets, income information, and the support order are also part of the file. Custody evaluations and guardian ad litem reports, when ordered by the court, may be restricted from general public access.

Settlement Documents

A marital settlement agreement, when the parties resolve issues by agreement, comprehensively addresses property division, debt allocation, spousal support terms, child-related provisions, tax treatment, and attorney fee allocation. Mediation agreements, when applicable, may be incorporated into the settlement agreement.

Court Orders and Judgments

Temporary orders issued during the pendency of the proceeding address interim custody, support, use of property, and any restraining orders. The final judgment of dissolution constitutes the court's definitive order ending the marriage, containing findings of fact, conclusions of law, and all orders regarding property, support, custody, and name restoration. A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) may be issued separately when retirement accounts are divided.

Post-Judgment Documents

Post-judgment filings may include petitions to modify custody or support, court orders on modification requests, contempt motions and orders, income deduction orders, and enforcement actions.

What Is Typically Confidential or Sealed

Social Security numbers and financial account numbers (redacted)
Children's residential addresses and school information
Domestic violence details (may be sealed by court order)
Mental health and substance abuse evaluations
Mediation communications (confidential by statute)
Settlement negotiations not incorporated into filed agreements

How to Get Proof of Divorce in Juneau County?

Proof of divorce in Juneau County may be obtained through two primary channels: a certified copy of the final judgment of dissolution from the Clerk of Court, or a certified divorce certificate from the Alaska Department of Health Bureau of Vital Statistics.

Certified Copy of Final Decree (Clerk of Court)

A certified copy of the final judgment of dissolution is the most comprehensive form of proof and is accepted for legal, immigration, and remarriage purposes. Members of the public may obtain a certified copy by:

Visiting the Clerk of Court at 125 Main Street, Juneau, AK 99801, in person during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Submitting a written mail request to the Clerk of Court with the names of both parties, the approximate date of divorce, the case number if known, and payment of the $5.00 certification fee plus $0.25 per page
Searching for the case through the Alaska Court System case search portal to obtain the case number prior to requesting copies

Certified Divorce Certificate (Vital Records)

A divorce certificate issued by the Alaska Department of Health provides a summary record of the dissolution and is accepted as proof of divorce for many purposes. Members of the public may obtain a certified divorce certificate by:

Completing the Alaska Divorce Certificate Request Form
Submitting the completed form with required identification and the applicable fee ($35.00 for the first copy) by mail to P.O. Box 110675, Juneau, AK 99811-0675, by fax to (907) 465-3618, or in person at the Juneau walk-in office
Ordering online through the vital records orders portal

Only parties listed on the divorce record, their legal representatives, or individuals with a direct and tangible interest may obtain a certified divorce certificate from the Department of Health under current vital records access policy.

Can a Divorce Be Confidential in Juneau County?

A divorce proceeding filed in the First Judicial District Superior Court is presumptively a public record; however, specific documents or entire case files may be made confidential under certain circumstances.

The following categories of information or records may be subject to confidentiality protections:

Sealed case files: A court may seal an entire case file upon a showing of good cause, balancing the public interest in open court proceedings against the privacy interests of the parties. Sealing of an entire file is uncommon and requires a court order.
Domestic violence cases: When a party to a dissolution proceeding is a victim of domestic violence, the court may restrict public access to the victim's address, contact information, and related evidence pursuant to Alaska's domestic violence statutes.
Children's information: Information identifying the residence, school, or medical condition of minor children may be restricted from public access by court order or court rule.
Mental health and substance abuse records: Evaluations and treatment records pertaining to mental health or substance abuse are subject to heightened confidentiality protections under state and federal law.
Mediation communications: Communications made during court-ordered mediation are confidential and are not part of the public court record.
Financial account identifiers: Social Security numbers and financial account numbers are redacted from publicly accessible documents as a matter of standard court practice under Alaska court rules.

Members of the public seeking access to sealed or restricted records must file a motion with the court demonstrating a legitimate legal basis for access.

How Long Does Juneau County Keep Divorce Records?

The Alaska Court System retains dissolution of marriage case files for extended periods under the Alaska Court System Records Retention Schedule, which governs the preservation and disposition of court records throughout the state.

Retention periods for divorce-related records currently in effect include the following:

Final judgments of dissolution: Retained permanently as part of the official court record. Final decrees are not subject to destruction and remain accessible through the Clerk of Court indefinitely.
Complete case files (contested dissolutions): Retained for a minimum of 50 years from the date of the final judgment under current Alaska court records retention policy.
Complete case files (uncontested dissolutions): Retained for a minimum of 25 years from the date of the final judgment.
Post-judgment modification orders: Retained as part of the original case file for the duration of the case file's retention period.
Divorce certificates (Vital Records): The Alaska Department of Health retains divorce certificates permanently as part of the state's vital records system pursuant to Alaska Statute § 18.50.230.

Older paper records that predate electronic filing may be stored in archival facilities and may require additional retrieval time. Members of the public seeking records from archived case files should contact the Clerk of Court at (907) 463-4700 to confirm availability and retrieval procedures. Electronic records for cases filed after the implementation of the Alaska Court System's electronic filing system are maintained in the CourtView database and are accessible through the Alaska Court System online portal.