Divorce records in Volusia County, Florida, are available through several channels. VolusiaCourt.us allows you to quickly find public information about divorce records in the county. Additionally, documents can be obtained directly from the circuit court that issued the decision, at the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, as well as from the Florida Department of Health, which maintains the state's vital records.
Volusia Divorce Records Search
In Florida, divorce cases (dissolution of marriage) are handled by the Circuit Court. In Volusia County, this court is part of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, and it is the Clerk of the Circuit Court who maintains the court records of divorce cases. The collection includes:
- Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage
- Marital settlement agreements
- Orders regarding child custody and support
- Related motions and procedural documents
Separate from court cases, there is a dissolution of marriage certificate — a statistical document maintained by the Department of Health in Volusia County. It confirms the fact of divorce but does not contain details of the agreement or court decision.
Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court
The mailing address of the clerk is listed in the Florida Clerks of County Courts Directory.
Where Divorce Records Are Filed in Volusia
Understanding where documents are filed will help you contact the right office the first time.
Circuit Court — Court Case
Divorce cases in Volusia County are handled by the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, Family Law Division. After the final decision is made, all case materials remain in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court. If you need a copy of the court decision, property settlement agreement, or custody order, contact this office.
Florida Department of Health — Dissolution of Marriage Certificate
The Florida Department of Health maintains dissolution of marriage certificates starting from June 6, 1927. This document is a brief certificate confirming the fact of marriage dissolution. It can be ordered online through VitalChek or by mail.
Which office to choose depends on the purpose of the request:
- Full text of the court decision, agreement, custody order → Clerk of the Circuit Court
- Short certificate to confirm the fact of divorce → Florida Department of Health
Divorce Record Search Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times in Volusia
| Service | Fee | Typical Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Dissolution of marriage certificate (Florida DOH, by mail) | $5.00 | 2–4 weeks |
| Dissolution of marriage certificate (VitalChek, online) | $5.00 + VitalChek service fee | 7–10 business days (standard delivery) |
| Additional copy of the certificate (in one order) | $4.00 each | |
| Certified copy of a court document (Clerk of Circuit Court) | $2.00 per page + $2.00 for certification | Usually 1–3 business days for in-person requests |
| Uncertified copy of a court document | $1.00 per page | 1–3 business days |