Divorce records in Jackson County, Oregon can be accessed through several channels. JacksonCourt.us can help you find publicly available divorce record information. You can also obtain records directly from the Jackson County Circuit Court, which issues divorce decrees, or from the Jackson County Clerk's Recording Office. The Oregon Health Authority's Center for Health Statistics maintains statewide divorce certificates as well. The approach you take depends on whether you need a court case file or a vital record certificate.
Jackson County Divorce Records Search
In Oregon, divorce cases — formally called dissolutions of marriage — are handled by the circuit courts. The Jackson County Circuit Court is the custodian of divorce case files, including petitions, decrees, settlement agreements, custody orders, parenting plans, and related filings. The Jackson County Clerk's office has confirmed that it is not the custodian of divorce records — those requests should be directed to the circuit court.
At the state level, the Oregon Health Authority Center for Health Statistics has maintained records of divorces and dissolutions since 1925. This office issues divorce certificates, which are summary vital records rather than full case files.
Basic case information for Jackson County Circuit Court cases can be searched for free through the Oregon Judicial Department's online records and calendar search. For more detailed records access, the OJCIN OnLine (OECI) system provides circuit court records to registered users.
Where Divorce Records Are Filed in Jackson County
Oregon uses a unified circuit court system. All divorce and dissolution of marriage cases in Jackson County are filed in and adjudicated by the Jackson County Circuit Court. There is no separate family court — the circuit court handles all domestic relations matters.
After a judge signs the divorce decree (called a "judgment of dissolution"), the original remains on file with the circuit court clerk. The court maintains the complete case file. Separately, a record of the dissolution is reported to the state vital records office.
Which office you contact depends on what you need:
- Full case file, decree, settlement agreement, or custody orders — Contact the Jackson County Circuit Court.
- Divorce certificate (vital record summary) — Contact the Oregon Health Authority Center for Health Statistics.
Jackson County Circuit Court
Access Jackson County court records information online or visit the courthouse in person to request copies of divorce case documents.
Oregon Health Authority — Center for Health Statistics
You can order a divorce or dissolution certificate from this office by mail or online. Oregon divorce certificates are available for dissolutions that occurred from 1925 to the present.
Divorce Record Search Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times in Jackson County
| Service | Fee | Typical Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon Health Authority — Divorce certificate (first copy) | $25.00 | 2–4 weeks by mail |
| Oregon Health Authority — Additional copies (same order) | $25.00 each | Included with first copy |
| Circuit court record copies (non-certified) | $0.25 per page | Varies; in-person requests may be same day |
| Circuit court certified copies | $5.00 per document plus copy fees | Varies |
| OJCIN OnLine (OECI) access | $0.10 per search; additional fees for document views | Immediate (online) |